German word

Vergabe

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈgaːbə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounallocation

Example

Die Vergabe der Räume war schnell erledigt.

The allocation of the rooms was completed quickly.

Illustration for Vergabe (allocation)

More examples

Die fristgerechte Vergabe von Studienplätzen erleichtert die Planung der Bewerber.

The timely allocation of university places makes planning easier for applicants.

Core concept

A formal decision directs a limited resource or piece of work to its chosen recipient.

Common phrases

  • die Vergabe von Stipendien

    allocation of scholarships

  • fristgerechte Vergabe von Plätzen

    timely allocation of places

  • gerechte Vergabe von Mitteln

    fair allocation of funds

Similar words

Zuteilung: Assigning an item or space to a particular person or organization.
Verteilung: Dividing goods or money among several recipients.
Auftragsvergabe: The official process of awarding work or a contract to a selected company or person.
Zuweisung: Formal allocation of resources or duties by an authority or organization.

Definition in German

Die Zuweisung von Aufträgen, Mitteln oder Rechten an bestimmte Personen oder Stellen, meist in einem formellen oder amtlichen Rahmen.

Word origin

The German noun Vergabe derives from the verb vergeben; its base geben belongs to the inherited Germanic verb family that includes English give.

Usage tips

  • In procurement language, Vergabe often refers to awarding a contract, while Preisvergabe specifically refers to awarding or presenting a prize.

Other meanings

  • awardnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • vergebenallocateverb
  • Vergabestelleallocation officenoun

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