vorsorgen
provide · provide for · make provisions
Etwas schon früh tun, damit später kein Problem entsteht oder man gut geschützt ist.
The German word "vorsorgen" is a verb made up of "vor" (before/in advance) and "sorgen" (to care/worry).
Meaning: to take precautions, provide for, or make arrangements in advance (e.g., for the future, emergencies, or retirement).
Similar words:
- vorsätzlich handeln (to act intentionally) — different meaning
- präsentieren (to present) — different
- sich vorbereiten (to prepare oneself) — related but emphasizes preparation over provision
- absichern (to secure/insure) — related, focuses on protection
Difference:
While vorsorgen emphasizes proactive care or planning for future needs, sich vorbereiten is more about preparing oneself for an event, and absichern focuses more on ensuring safety or insurance.
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Examples
Wir müssen für das Alter vorsorgen.verb
We must provide for old age.
Wie kann man am besten für Notfälle vorsorgen?verb
How can one best provide for emergencies?
Viele Menschen haben früh vorgesorgt, um später keine finanziellen Sorgen zu haben.verb
Many people have made provisions early to have no financial worries later.
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