preach

• Verb, das das Halten einer religiösen Predigt bezeichnet oder das nachdrückliche Eintreten für eine Überzeugung, ein Prinzip oder eine Vorgehensweise.

A verb used to indicate the act of delivering a religious sermon or earnestly advocating a belief, principle, or course of action.

1. Deliver a religious sermonB1formal

   To give a talk or sermon about a religious or moral subject, especially in a church.

   predigen

   • The priest preached about forgiveness and compassion.
   • He preached to the congregation every Sunday.
   • She preached a powerful sermon on the importance of charity.

   Synonymepreachifysermonize

2. Advocate stronglyB2formal

   To strongly recommend or promote a particular idea, belief, or way of life.

   Vehement befürworten

   • She preaches the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise.
   • He preaches patience and understanding in difficult situations.
   • The organization preaches environmental conservation.

   Synonymeadvocatechampionexhortpromoteproselytizeurge

3. Give unwanted adviceB2informal

   To give moral advice in a way that is annoying or unwanted.

   Belehren

   • Stop preaching at me about my lifestyle choices.
   • He's always preaching about the dangers of social media.
   • She preaches to her friends about saving money.

   Synonymeharanguelecturemoralizepontificatepreachifysermonize