present

• Adjektiv, das angibt, dass etwas an einem bestimmten Ort vorhanden ist oder jetzt, im aktuellen Moment, existiert. Es kann auch bedeuten, dass jemand anwesend ist oder dass etwas gerade jetzt geschieht.

An adjective used to indicate that something is in a particular place or exists now, at this time.

1. Existing or occurring nowA2formal

   Existing or happening at the current time.

   Gegenwärtig

   • The present situation requires immediate action.
   • We are living in the present moment.
   • The present government has introduced new policies.

   Synonymecontemporarycurrentexistingextantimmediateongoingprevailing

   Antonymeabsentpast

2. Being in a particular placeA2formal

   Being in a specific location or at a specific event.

   Anwesend

   • All students were present in class today.
   • The CEO was present at the board meeting.
   • Is everyone present for the roll call?

   Synonymeat handavailablehereon handthere

   Antonymeabsentawayelsewheremissing

3. Current tense (grammar)B1formal

   Relating to the grammatical tense that describes actions happening now.

   Präsens

   • The verb is in the present tense.
   • She uses the present simple to describe habits.
   • In this sentence, 'runs' is a present tense verb.

   Antonymefuturepast

• Substantiv, das ein Geschenk bezeichnet, das jemandem überreicht wird, meist ohne Bezahlung, oder den gegenwärtigen Zeitpunkt bzw. die aktuelle Zeit.

A noun referring to a gift given to someone, typically without expectation of payment, or a period of time that is happening now.

1. GiftA1formal

   Something given to someone without payment, typically as a token of affection or appreciation.

   Geschenk

   • She received a beautiful present for her birthday.
   • He bought a present for his mother on Mother's Day.
   • They wrapped the present in colorful paper.

   Synonymeawardbenefactionbonusbooncontributiondonationfavorgiftgratuityhandoutofferingpremium

2. Current timeA2formal

   The period of time that is happening now, as opposed to the past or future.

   Gegenwart

   • We should focus on the present rather than dwelling on the past.
   • The present is all we truly have.
   • He lives entirely in the present.

   Synonymehere and nownowtoday

• Verb, das verwendet wird, um die Handlung des Zeigens, Anbietens oder Darstellens von etwas gegenüber jemandem zu bezeichnen, sowie für das formelle Halten einer Rede oder die Übergabe einer Auszeichnung.

A verb used to indicate the act of showing, offering, or introducing something to someone, or to formally give a speech or award.

1. B1formal

   To show or introduce something to someone, often formally.

   Präsentieren

   • She presented her research findings at the conference.
   • The CEO presented the new product to the board.
   • He presented his credentials to the security guard.

   Synonymedemonstratedisplayexhibitintroduceofferput onshowstage

   Antonymeconcealhidesuppresswithdrawwithhold

2. Give or awardB1formal

   To give something to someone, especially in a formal ceremony.

   Überreichen

   • The mayor presented a medal to the firefighter.
   • They presented her with a bouquet of flowers.
   • The school presented diplomas to the graduating class.

   Synonymeawardbestowconfergivegranthand over

   Antonymekeepreceiveretaintakewithhold

3. Cause or createB2formal

   To cause something to happen or be experienced.

   Verursachen

   • The storm presented a serious challenge for the rescue team.
   • This situation presents an opportunity for growth.
   • The new policy presents several difficulties for small businesses.

   Synonymecausecreateoccasionofferposeproduceprovideyield