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noun

der Vorgang, ¨-e

process · processes

Es ist etwas, das passiert oder abläuft, oft in mehreren Schritten.

Definition & meaning

The German noun Vorgang refers to a process, an event, or a sequence of actions. It describes a phenomenon that unfolds over a period of time.

There are two primary ways the word is used:

  1. Process/Sequence: An occurrence or a specific procedure that involves multiple steps or changes (e.g., a physical or chemical process).
  2. File/Case: In administrative or office contexts, it refers to a collection of documents or a "case file" that is currently being processed or handled.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: Masculine noun (der Vorgang), plural: Vorgänge.
  • Origin: The word is composed of the prefix vor- (meaning "before" or "forward") and the noun Gang (meaning "walk", "course", or "motion"). It literally describes something that is "going forward" or "taking place."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Ablauf
  • Prozess
  • Geschehen
  • Ereignis
  • Akte (specifically for the administrative meaning)

Antonyms:

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Examples

Der Vorgang dauert einige Minuten.noun

The process takes a few minutes.

Ein komplexer Vorgang wird analysiert.noun

A complex process is being analyzed.

Dieser Vorgang erfordert Geduld.noun

This process requires patience.

Der Vorgang dauert lange.noun

The process takes a long time.

Ein komplizierter Vorgang erfordert Geduld.noun

A complicated process requires patience.

Unser Projekt umfasst mehrere Vorgänge.noun

Our project involves several processes.

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