Vorhaben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Vorhaben" is mainly used as verb meaning "to intend", "to plan" or "to propose". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Vorhaben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

Infinitive: vorhaben
Simple past: hatte vor
Participle: vorgehabt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Properties as Noun

Gender: neutral
Singular: das Vorhaben
Plural: die Vorhaben

Meanings of "Vorhaben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To intend or plan to do something"

"Vorhaben", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

Definition: "To have the intention or plan to do something."
Translation(s): to intend, to plan, to propose, to have in mind
Synonym(s): planen, Beabsichtigen, Sich Vornehmen
Related word(s): Absicht, Plan, Vorhaben

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich habe vor, nächstes Jahr nach Spanien zu reisen.I plan to travel to Spain next year.
Was hast du für heute Abend vor?What do you have planned for tonight?
Wir haben vor, ein neues Haus zu kaufen.We intend to buy a new house.

2.) "A plan or intention"

"Vorhaben", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

Definition: "A plan or intention to do something."
Translation(s): plan, intention, project, undertaking
Synonym(s): Plan, Absicht, Projekt
Related word(s): Planung, Vorhaben, Intention

📝 Some usage examples:

Sein Vorhaben, ein Buch zu schreiben, hat er endlich umgesetzt.He finally realized his plan to write a book.
Das Vorhaben wurde von allen Beteiligten unterstützt.The project was supported by all involved.
Unser Vorhaben für den Sommer ist eine Reise durch Europa.Our plan for the summer is a trip through Europe.

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