das Privileg
Translation
privilege, prerogative, special right
Examples
Es ist ein Privileg, hier zu studieren.
It is a privilege to study here.
Er genießt viele Privilegien.
He enjoys many privileges.
Grammar Patterns
the privilege ((to do sth.)) to have the privilege to do something It is a privilege to be here.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vorrecht, Sonderrecht; Antonyms: Pflicht, Benachteiligung
Etymology
From Latin 'privilegium', meaning 'a law for an individual', from 'privus' (private) + 'lex' (law).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'privilege'. Think of a 'private law' that gives someone a special right.