Zur Verfügung stehen
Example: Die Informationen stehen den Schülern jederzeit zur Verfügung.
Definition
"Zur Verfügung stehen" means to be available or ready for use, assistance, or access when needed. It implies that something, such as information or resources, can be accessed or utilized by someone at any given time, as in the example where information is available to students.
Translations
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be available -
estar disponible -
beschikbaar zijn -
estar disponible -
être disponible
Etymology
The phrase "zur Verfügung stehen" comes from German, where "Verfügung" means disposition or arrangement, and "stehen" means to stand. Together, it literally means 'to stand at one's disposal,' indicating readiness or availability. Did you know? The phrase emphasizes the idea of something being 'at hand' or ready whenever required.
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