Pro Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Pro" is mainly used as preposition meaning "per", "for each" or "each". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "pro"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Preposition

  • Governed cases: accusative
  • Functions: modal

Meanings of "pro" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "For each unit or item"

"Pro", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Preis beträgt 5 Euro pro Person.The price is 5 Euros per person.
  2. Wir treffen uns einmal pro Woche.We meet once per week.
  3. Die Geschwindigkeit wird in Kilometern pro Stunde gemessen.The speed is measured in kilometers per hour.

2.) "Supporting or advocating for something"

"Pro", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist pro Umweltschutz eingestellt.He is pro environmental protection.
  2. Die pro EU Bewegung gewinnt an Stärke.The pro-EU movement is gaining strength.
  3. Ihre Argumente waren sehr pro Gleichberechtigung.Her arguments were very much pro equality.
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