vorderhand
for the time being
Etwas gilt nur für den Moment oder vorläufig, nicht dauerhaft.
The German word "vorderhand" is an adverb meaning "for the time being" or "for now".
- Made of:
- vorder (related to vor, meaning "in front" or "before")
- Hand (meaning "hand")
It literally suggests something that is current or immediate, as if "at the front hand" of attention or consideration.
Similar words:
- vorläufig (provisional, temporary)
- bis jetzt (until now)
- erst mal (first of all, for now)
Difference:
- vorderhand often implies a temporary or tentative state with focus on immediate time.
- vorläufig suggests provisional or interim status, often with official or formal context.
- bis jetzt simply points to everything up to now, without implying future uncertainty.
- erst mal can be more informal and focuses on first steps or the immediate moment.
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Examples
Vorderhand bleibt das Problem ungelöst.adverb
For the time being, the problem remains unsolved.
Vorderhand machen wir keine weiteren Pläne.adverb
For the time being we are not making any further plans.
Vorderhand änderte sich an der Situation nichts.adverb
For the time being, nothing changed in the situation.
Vorderhand genügte uns das kleine Budget.adverb
For the time being, the small budget was enough for us.
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