German Conversation · Level 28
90 words
German word
Verabredung
Pronunciation
IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈapʁeːdʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounappointment
Example
Ich habe eine Verabredung mit Anna.
I have an appointment with Anna.
More examples
Er ist nicht zur Verabredung gekommen.
He didn't come to the appointment.
Core concept
Two people place the same time and place on their calendars, creating a planned meeting or date.
Common phrases
mit jemandem eine Verabredung treffen
make an appointment with someone
zu einer Verabredung kommen
come to an appointment
eine Verabredung planen
plan an appointment
Similar words
Treffen: An occasion when people meet or gather.
Termin: A set time for an official appointment or service.
Absprache: A commitment settled after discussing the details.
Date: A meeting arranged for romantic purposes.
Definition in German
Verabredung ist eine Abmachung, bei der zwei oder mehr Personen Zeit und Ort für ein Treffen festlegen.
Word origin
Verabredung is formed from the verb verabreden, meaning to arrange by agreement, with the noun-forming suffix -ung.
Usage tips
- Verabredung often refers to a personal meeting or date, while Termin is more usual for an appointment with a doctor, office, or service.
Other meanings
- meetingnoun
- datenoun
- arrangementnoun
Opposites
- Spontaneitätspontaneitynoun
Related words
- verabredenarrangeverb