Der Vorrat
Example: Wir haben einen großen Vorrat an Wasser für den Notfall.
Definition
"Der Vorrat" refers to a supply or stock of goods, materials, or resources kept for future use, often to prepare for emergencies or shortages. For example, "Wir haben einen großen Vorrat an Wasser für den Notfall" means having a large supply of water reserved for an emergency.
Etymology
The German word "der Vorrat" originates from the verb "vorhalten," meaning to hold or keep something in advance. It combines "vor-" (before) and "halten" (to hold), reflecting the idea of holding resources ahead of time. Did you know that "Vorrat" emphasizes preparedness and future use?
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"Der Vorrat" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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