verb

bereitstellen

provide

Etwas zur Verfügung geben, damit andere es nutzen können.

The German word "bereitstellen" is a verb that means "to provide" or "to supply". It is a compound of "bereit" (ready) and "stellen" (to place). Therefore, it literally translates to "to make ready" or "to set up".

Similar words in German include:

  • "liefern" (to deliver)
  • "zur Verfügung stellen" (to make available)
  • "anbieten" (to offer)
  • "versorgen" (to supply)

Differences between the words:

  • "Liefern" often implies the physical delivery of goods or services.
  • "Zur Verfügung stellen" emphasizes the availability and accessibility of something for use.
  • "Anbieten" generally refers to offering something without a requirement for it to be accepted or used.
  • "Versorgen" typically connotes supplying continuous or necessary materials or services, often basic needs.

While all these words broadly imply giving or supplying, "bereitstellen" focuses on ensuring that something is prepared and available for use.

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Examples

Der Verein wird Lebensmittel für die Flüchtlinge bereitstellen.verb

The association will provide food for the refugees.

Wir können die Bücher morgen bereitstellen.verb

We can provide the books tomorrow.

Der Lehrer wird die Materialien bereitstellen.verb

The teacher will provide the materials.

Du kannst die Unterlagen morgen bereitstellen.verb

You can provide the documents tomorrow.

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