vorbehalten
reserve
etwas nur für sich oder für eine bestimmte Gruppe behalten und anderen nicht geben oder nicht erlauben.
The German word "vorbehalten" is a verb meaning "to reserve" or "to retain" in a particular context. It is composed of the prefix "vor" (before) and "behalten" (to keep or hold). "Vorbehalten" is often used in legal or formal contexts to indicate that rights or options are not relinquished and that certain conditions or occurrences might still apply.
Similar words in German include "reservieren" (to reserve), "einbehalten" (to withhold), and "vorbehalten" (in the sense of excluding).
Differences:
- Reservieren: Usually used in contexts like reserving a table or a room, signifying a specific action to ensure access.
- Einbehalten: Focuses on retaining something intended to go to someone else, often in financial or other contractual contexts.
- Vorbehalten: Implies maintaining a right or condition that may influence future circumstances rather than referring to a specific object or deal.
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Examples
Diese Plätze sind Mitgliedern vorbehalten.adjective
These seats are reserved for members.
Der Zugang bleibt ausschließlich bestimmten Personen vorbehalten.verb
Access remains exclusively reserved for certain persons.
Ich möchte mir meine Entscheidung vorerst vorbehalten.verb
I would like to reserve my decision for now.
Der Veranstalter behielt sich Änderungen am Programm vor.verb
The organizer reserved the right to make changes to the program.
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