pro
Colloquially: in favor of someone or something, for it; the opposite of “contra.”
EXAMPLE
Bist du eher pro oder contra Tempolimit?
Are you more in favor of or against a speed limit?
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Meanings
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In relation to each unit; per.
EXAMPLE
Das Auto verbraucht sechs Liter pro hundert Kilometer.
The car uses six liters per hundred kilometers.
Usage tips
Context clue
The meaning of “pro” can often be recognized from its surroundings: after “sein” (to be) or together with “contra,” it expresses a positive attitude. When numbers, prices, or measurements are included, it refers to a distribution per unit.
EXAMPLE
Die meisten Anwohner sind pro Radweg.
Most local residents are in favor of the bike path.
Der Stromverbrauch liegt bei 18 Kilowattstunden pro Tag.
Electricity consumption is 18 kilowatt-hours per day.
Typical collocations
In the meaning “für, zugunsten” (in favor of, for), “pro” is used without an article, especially in the expression “pro und contra” and in colloquial speech. Typical formulations include “Die Diskussion brachte viele Argumente pro und contra” (The discussion brought up many arguments for and against) or “Sie ist klar pro Europa” (She is clearly pro-Europe).
EXAMPLE
In der Debatte wurden alle Argumente pro und contra abgewogen.
All the arguments for and against were weighed in the debate.
Die Mehrheit im Saal war klar pro Umbau.
The majority in the room was clearly in favor of the renovation.
Unit expressions
In quantities and prices, “pro” comes directly before the unit or period to which the number refers. Common patterns include Preis pro Stück (price per item), Verbrauch pro Kilometer (consumption per kilometer), and Arbeitszeit pro Woche (working hours per week).
EXAMPLE
Die Maschine verarbeitet 200 Flaschen pro Stunde.
The machine processes 200 bottles per hour.
Das Hotel verlangt 15 Euro pro Nacht.
The hotel charges 15 euros per night.
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