German word

Vorrat

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfoːɐ̯ˌʁaːt/

Meaning

  • masculine nounsupply

Example

Wir haben noch einen Vorrat an Wasser.

We still have a supply of water.

Illustration for Vorrat (supply)

More examples

Viele kaufen auf Vorrat, wenn die Preise steigen.

Many people buy to stock up when prices rise.

Core concept

Stored water, food, or goods waiting in reserve until a need arises.

Common phrases

  • auf Vorrat kaufen

    buy to stock up

  • den Vorrat auffüllen

    replenish the supply

  • einen Vorrat anlegen

    build up a reserve

Similar words

Reserve: A spare supply held back for emergencies or possible shortages.
Bestand: The quantity of goods present in stock at a particular time.
Lager: A storage area or facility for keeping goods for a while or long term.
Proviant: Provisions prepared for travel, an expedition, or an extended journey.

Definition in German

Ein Vorrat ist eine Menge von Gütern oder Lebensmitteln, die man gesammelt aufbewahrt, damit sie bei Bedarf verfügbar sind.

Word origin

Vorrat developed from Middle High German vorrāt, an older German form whose vor- element conveys preparation or provision in advance.

Usage tips

  • The phrase auf Vorrat means 'for later use' or 'in stock,' as in Lebensmittel auf Vorrat kaufen.

Other meanings

  • inventorynoun
  • stockpilenoun
  • reservenoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Vorratskaufstockpiling purchasenoun
  • vorrätigin stockadjective

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