Vorsorgen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Vorsorgen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to provide", "to make provision" or "to take precautions".

Essential properties of "vorsorgen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: vorsorgen
Simple past: sorgte vor
Participle: vorgesorgt

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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.

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To take preventive measures for future problems"

Definition: "To take preventive measures to avoid future problems."
Translation(s): to provide, to make provision, to take precautions, to prepare
Synonym(s): vorbeugen, absichern
Antonym(s): vernachlässigen, riskieren
Related word(s): Vorsorge, Vorsichtsmaßnahme

📝 Some usage examples:

Es ist wichtig, für das Alter vorzusorgen.It is important to provide for old age.
Wir sollten für den Notfall vorsorgen.We should prepare for emergencies.
Man kann nie genug vorsorgen.You can never prepare enough.

2.) "To save or invest for future well-being"

Definition: "To save or invest to ensure future well-being."
Translation(s): to save, to invest, to make provision, to provide for
Synonym(s): sparen, anlegen
Antonym(s): ausgeben, verschwenden
Related word(s): Sparplan, Investition

📝 Some usage examples:

Er hat früh angefangen, für die Rente vorzusorgen.He started early to save for retirement.
Sie sorgt für ihre Kinder vor.She provides for her children.
Wir sorgen finanziell vor.We make financial provisions.

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