Planen
Example: Wir planen eine Reise nach Italien im nächsten Sommer.
Definition
"Planen" means to arrange or organize a series of actions or events in advance, often with a specific goal in mind. It involves thinking ahead and preparing details to achieve something, such as organizing a trip or scheduling an activity.
Etymology
The German verb "planen" comes from the French word "planer," which means to make a plan or draft. This, in turn, derives from the Latin word "planum," meaning a flat surface or a drawing, suggesting the idea of outlining or mapping something out before execution.
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"Planen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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