vorsehen
provide · plan · provide for · allocate
Etwas im Voraus planen oder für einen bestimmten Zweck einplanen.
The German word "vorsehen" is a verb made up of the prefix "vor" (meaning before, in advance) and the verb "sehen" (meaning to see).
- literal meaning: "to see ahead"
- actual meaning: "to plan," "to provide for," or "to foresee"
It is used when referring to planning or arranging something in advance, for example, provisions or precautions.
Similar words:
- planen (to plan)
- vorbereiten (to prepare)
- reservieren (to reserve)
Difference:
- vorsehen specifically emphasizes planning or allocating something in advance as a foresight measure.
- planen is a more general word for planning.
- vorbereiten focuses on preparation, often carried out actively.
- reservieren is more about booking or reserving something physically (like seats).
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Examples
Sein Plan sieht eine Lösung für das Problem vor.verb
His plan provides for a solution to the problem.
Unser Plan sieht eine Pause um 10 Uhr vor.verb
Our plan provides for a break at 10 o'clock.
Die Regierung sieht weitere Maßnahmen zur Verbesserung der Bildung vor.verb
The government plans further measures to improve education.
Der Urlaub ist für nächste Woche vorgesehen.verb
The vacation is planned for next week.
Hat das Gesetz neue Vorschriften vorgesehen?verb
Has the law provided for new regulations?
Hast du für morgen schon genügend Zeit vorgesehen?verb
Have you already allocated enough time for tomorrow?
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