verb

veranstalten

organize

Etwas planen und dafür sorgen, dass es stattfindet, zum Beispiel ein Fest, ein Treffen oder ein Konzert.

Definition & meaning

Veranstalten means to organize, hold, or host an event, such as a concert, party, or competition. It emphasizes arranging the event and making it happen.

It can also mean to cause or make a commotion, often critically or humorously: Er hat ein großes Theater veranstaltet means “He made a big fuss.”

Grammar & Word origin

Verb: regular and transitive; it usually takes an accusative object.
Principal forms: veranstalten, veranstaltete, hat veranstaltet
The prefix ver- is inseparable.
The verb is related to Anstalt , historically associated with arranging or setting something up. Its modern meaning is not simply the sum of its parts.

Synonyms & antonyms

organisieren — to organize; broader and can refer to the planning itself, not just holding an event.
ausrichten — to host or stage an event, often emphasizing the role of the host.
abhalten — to hold an event, especially a meeting or formal gathering.
absagen — to cancel an event; a contextual opposite rather than a direct antonym.