predigen
Translation
to preach, to sermonize
Examples
Der Pfarrer predigt jeden Sonntag.
The pastor preaches every Sunday.
Sie predigt immer von gesunder Ernährung.
She always preaches about healthy eating.
Grammar Patterns
((about sth.)) to preach about sth. She always preaches about healthy eating.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to preach sth. to sb. The pastor preaches the gospel to the congregation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verkünden (to announce), lehren (to teach)
Etymology
From Latin 'praedicāre', meaning 'to proclaim publicly'.
Memory Tips
Sounds similar to 'predict'. A preacher often 'predicts' consequences or proclaims truths.