This is the 2420th most frequent German word.
privat
Private.
Here, 'privat' is used as an adjective to describe the nature of the conversation, emphasizing its confidentiality.
Dieses Gespräch ist privat und nicht für andere Ohren bestimmt.
This conversation is private and not meant for other ears.
In this sentence, 'privat' denotes ownership and exclusivity, showing that the collection belongs only to the speaker.
Ich habe eine private Sammlung von alten Münzen.
I have a private collection of old coins.
Here, 'privat' is used to express the scope of one's personal life that is expected to be free from intrusion.