German Word · Intermediate
Pillepalle
trifle, bagatelle
Pronunciation: /ˈpɪləˌpalə/
Meaning
trifle, bagatelle; an activity or amount that is trivial and of little consequence
Example
Eine Strafe in Höhe von 15 000 Euro, wie von der Regierung vorgeschlagen, ist Pillepalle. Das zahlen die aus der Portokasse.
A fine in the amount of 15,000 euros, as suggested by the government, is basically nothing. That's spare change to them.
Practice tips
- Practice Pillepalle out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.