noun

die Vorgabe, -n

requirement · specification · guideline

Eine feste Regel oder Anweisung, an die man sich halten soll.

The German word "Vorgabe" is a noun that refers to a "requirement," "specification," "precondition," or "presetting." It consists of the words "vor" and "Gabe." "Vor" is a preposition that means "before," and "Gabe" is derived from the verb "geben," which means "to give." "Vorgabe" implies something that is provided or set in advance as a guideline or criterion that must be met or followed. It is used in various contexts, including sports (handicap), work (target), and competitions (preset conditions). Words with similar meaning include "Richtlinie" (guideline), "Bedingung" (condition), and "Anforderung" (requirement).

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Examples

Die Vorgabe ist sehr streng.noun

The requirement is very strict.

Eine Vorgabe kann den Arbeitsprozess vereinfachen.noun

A specification can simplify the work process.

Vorgaben erleichtern oft die Ausführung von Aufgaben.noun

Specifications often ease the execution of tasks.

Unsere Vorgabe ist klar definiert.noun

Our guideline is clearly defined.

Jede Vorgabe wird genau überprüft.noun

Every specification is thoroughly checked.

Diese Vorgabe hilft bei komplexen Aufgaben.noun

This guideline helps with complex tasks.

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