unterbreiten
submit
Etwas einer Person zeigen oder vorstellen, damit sie darüber nachdenken oder entscheiden kann.
Definition & meaning
The verb "unterbreiten" is a formal term used primarily in professional, legal, or official contexts. It means to present or submit something—such as an offer, a proposal, a suggestion, or a report—to someone for their consideration, evaluation, or decision. It suggests a respectful or structured way of bringing an idea or document to another person's attention.
Grammar & Word origin
"Unterbreiten" is an inseparable prefix verb. Despite starting with the prefix "unter-", it does not split in its conjugated forms (e.g., "ich unterbreite", not "ich breite unter").
- Principal parts: unterbreiten (infinitive), unterbreitete (simple past), hat unterbreitet (present perfect).
- Sentence structure: It usually follows the pattern of "jemandem (dative) etwas (accusative) unterbreiten." For example: "Der Verkäufer unterbreitete dem Kunden ein neues Angebot." (The seller submitted a new offer to the customer.)
- Origin: It is formed from the prefix unter- (under) and the verb breiten (to spread). The literal imagery is "to spread something out under someone's eyes" so they can examine it.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Wir müssen ihm einen Vorschlag unterbreiten.verb
We have to submit a proposal to him.
Gerne unterbreite ich dem Team einen Vorschlag.verb
I would be happy to submit a proposal to the team.
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