verabreichen en 30 secondes
- To formally give medicine or a medical treatment.
- Primarily used in medical contexts.
- Implies a professional act of dispensing.
- Often involves injections, pills, or therapies.
- Core Meaning
- To give or apply something, typically medicine or a treatment, to someone. It implies a formal or professional act of giving something intended for a specific effect.
- Medical Context
- This is the most common context. Doctors, nurses, or pharmacists administer medication. This can include injections, pills, or infusions.
- Therapeutic Treatments
- Beyond just medicine, it can refer to administering therapies like physiotherapy, psychotherapy, or even certain types of training or education in a structured manner.
- Formal Giving
- While less common, it can be used for the formal giving of something beneficial, like advice or a particular service, though this usage is more niche.
- Distinction from 'geben'
- 'Verabreichen' is more specific and formal than 'geben' (to give). You give a gift ('ein Geschenk geben'), but a doctor administers medicine ('Medikamente verabreichen').
Der Arzt wird Ihnen gleich eine Spritze verabreichen.
Die Krankenschwester musste dem Patienten das Medikament langsam verabreichen.
- Non-Medical Use
- While primarily medical, you might hear it in contexts like administering a specific protocol or a formal lesson plan, implying a structured delivery of information or action.
Das Unternehmen wird seinen Mitarbeitern eine neue Schulung verabreichen.
- Subject + verabreichen + Direct Object (Medicine/Treatment) + Dative Object (Recipient)
- This is the most common structure. The subject performs the action of administering the medicine or treatment to the recipient.
Der Arzt verabreicht dem Patienten eine Dosis Schmerzmittel.
- Subject + verabreichen + Direct Object (e.g., Advice, Instruction) + Dative Object (Recipient)
- In a more abstract sense, it can be used for giving something beneficial or instructive formally.
Die Lehrerin verabreichte den Schülern klare Anweisungen für das Projekt.
- Modal Verbs with 'verabreichen'
- When used with modal verbs like 'können', 'müssen', 'sollen', 'dürfen', 'wollen', 'möchten', 'verabreichen' typically appears in its infinitive form at the end of the sentence.
Wir müssen dem Hund das Medikament gleich verabreichen.
Man darf die Impfung nur unter ärztlicher Aufsicht verabreichen.
- Passive Voice
- The passive voice is common, especially when the focus is on the medicine or treatment, or when the administrator is unknown or unimportant.
Das Medikament wurde dem Patienten gestern verabreicht.
- Doctor's Office/Hospital
- This is the primary environment. You'll hear doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals discussing the administration of medicines, vaccines, or treatments. For example, "Wir müssen dem Patienten heute noch eine Infusion verabreichen." (We still have to administer an infusion to the patient today.) or "Wann wurde die letzte Dosis verabreicht?" (When was the last dose administered?).
Der Arzt hat entschieden, die Therapie fortzusetzen und weitere Medikamente zu verabreichen.
- Pharmacies
- Pharmacists might use it when advising patients on how to take medication, or in professional discussions. "Dieses Medikament sollte dreimal täglich verabreicht werden." (This medication should be administered three times daily.)
Der Apotheker erklärte, wie das Nasenspray korrekt zu verabreichen ist.
- Veterinary Clinics
- Veterinarians use this term frequently when discussing treatments for animals. "Wir müssen dem Hund eine Wurmkur verabreichen." (We have to administer a dewormer to the dog.)
Der Tierarzt wird dem Kätzchen eine Impfung verabreichen.
- Medical Documentaries and News
- When reporting on medical advancements, new treatments, or public health campaigns, this verb is common. "Die Regierung plant, Millionen von Impfdosen zu verabreichen." (The government plans to administer millions of vaccine doses.)
Die Studie untersucht, wie das neue Medikament am besten verabreicht werden kann.
- Formal Education/Training (Less Common)
- In specific professional training contexts, it might be used for the formal delivery of knowledge or skills, though 'erteilen' or 'geben' are more frequent.
Der Ausbilder wird den Teilnehmern die notwendigen Fähigkeiten verabreichen.
- Confusing with 'geben' (to give)
- The most frequent error is using 'geben' when 'verabreichen' is more appropriate due to the formal, medical, or therapeutic context. While you 'geben' a gift, you 'verabreichen' medicine. Using 'geben' for medicine sounds too informal or even incorrect.
Mistake: Der Arzt gibt dem Patienten das Medikament.
Correct: Der Arzt verabreicht dem Patienten das Medikament.
- Incorrect Case Usage (Dative Object)
- 'Verabreichen' often takes a dative object for the recipient of the medicine or treatment. Forgetting to use the dative case (e.g., using accusative instead) is a common grammatical error.
Mistake: Der Pfleger verabreicht den Patienten die Tablette.
Correct: Der Pfleger verabreicht den Patienten die Tablette.
- Overusing it in non-medical contexts
- While it can be used for formal instruction, overusing 'verabreichen' for everyday giving of advice or information can sound overly formal, stiff, or even a bit comical.
Mistake: Ich werde dir ein paar Ratschläge verabreichen.
Correct: Ich werde dir ein paar Ratschläge geben.
- Confusion with 'erbrechen' (to vomit)
- This is a pronunciation and spelling pitfall. The words sound somewhat similar but have entirely opposite meanings. 'Verabreichen' is about giving, 'erbrechen' is about expelling. Mixing them up would lead to very strange and incorrect statements.
Mistake: Der Patient hat das Medikament erbrochen.
Correct: Der Patient hat das Medikament nicht vertragen und musste sich übergeben. (or, if the medication caused vomiting: Das Medikament hat beim Patienten Übelkeit verursacht.)
- Geben (to give)
- Comparison: 'Geben' is the general verb for 'to give'. It's used in countless situations, from giving a gift to giving information. 'Verabreichen' is a more specific and formal version of 'geben' used primarily in medical or therapeutic contexts. You 'geben' a book, but you 'verabreichen' a vaccine.
- Verabreichung (noun)
- Comparison: This is the noun form, meaning 'administration' or 'dispensing'. It refers to the act of verabreichen. Example: "Die Verabreichung des Medikaments erfolgte um 8 Uhr." (The administration of the medication took place at 8 AM.)
- Erteilen (to grant, to give)
- Comparison: 'Erteilen' is used for more abstract things like permission, a license, a degree, or instructions. It implies a formal granting. While you might 'erteilen' instructions, you wouldn't typically 'verabreichen' instructions unless in a very specific, almost medicalized training context.
- Einnehmen (to take in, to consume)
- Comparison: This is the verb for the patient's action. While a doctor 'verabreicht' medicine, the patient 'nimmt' it 'ein' (takes it). Example: "Der Patient muss die Tablette täglich einnehmen." (The patient must take the tablet daily.)
- Verabreichen lassen (to have administered)
- Comparison: This is a common construction where the subject has the action performed on them. Example: "Ich lasse mir die Grippeimpfung verabreichen." (I am having the flu vaccination administered to me.)
- Verabreichen von
- Comparison: This prepositional phrase is common, meaning 'administration of'. Example: "Die Verabreichung von Medikamenten erfordert Fachkenntnisse." (The administration of medications requires expertise.)
Alternative: Der Arzt gibt dem Patienten die Medizin.
Better: Der Arzt verabreicht dem Patienten die Medizin.
Alternative: Der Patient nimmt das Medikament.
Related: Der Arzt verabreicht das Medikament, und der Patient nimmt es ein.
How Formal Is It?
Le savais-tu ?
Interestingly, the word's etymology is linked to the concept of 'need' or 'use'. When you administer medicine, you are providing what is 'needed' or 'used' to treat an ailment. The '-reichen' part might imply 'reaching out' or 'offering'.
Guide de prononciation
- Pronouncing the 'v' as a hard 'v' like in 'very'.
- Not making the 'ch' sound correctly (it's not 'k').
- Misplacing the stress on the first syllable.
- Pronouncing the 'r' too strongly like an English 'r' without the German guttural quality.
- Omitting the glottal stop (') before 'abreichen', which separates the prefix from the root word.
Niveau de difficulté
Understanding 'verabreichen' in reading requires recognizing its specific medical context. Distinguishing it from 'geben' is key. Complex sentences in medical reports or academic texts can increase difficulty.
Using 'verabreichen' correctly in writing involves choosing the right context, employing appropriate grammatical structures (like dative objects and passive voice), and avoiding confusion with similar words.
Pronunciation can be a hurdle. Using 'verabreichen' in spontaneous speech requires confidence and an understanding of its specific usage, especially in medical conversations.
Recognizing 'verabreichen' in spoken German, especially in fast-paced medical dialogues or radio reports, requires good listening skills and contextual awareness.
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Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
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Grammaire à connaître
Dative Case for Recipient
Der Arzt verabreicht dem Patienten (dative) die Tablette (accusative).
Passive Voice Construction
Die Tablette wird dem Patienten verabreicht.
Modal Verbs with Infinitive
Der Patient muss die Medizin verabreichen lassen.
Past Participle as Adjective
Die verabreichte Dosis war korrekt.
Infinitive Clauses with 'zu'
Es ist wichtig, das Medikament richtig zu verabreichen.
Exemples par niveau
Der Arzt gibt mir eine Tablette.
The doctor gives me a tablet.
Simple present tense, basic sentence structure.
Ich nehme die Medizin.
I take the medicine.
Simple present tense, direct object.
Die Spritze tut weh.
The injection hurts.
Simple adjective usage.
Brauche ich das?
Do I need this?
Simple question formation.
Der Patient liegt im Bett.
The patient lies in bed.
Basic location description.
Die Ärztin ist nett.
The doctor (female) is nice.
Simple adjective describing a person.
Ich fühle mich besser.
I feel better.
Basic expression of well-being.
Das ist wichtig.
This is important.
Simple statement of importance.
Der Arzt verabreicht dem Kind eine Impfung.
The doctor administers a vaccination to the child.
Introduction of 'verabreichen' with dative object.
Ich muss das Medikament zweimal täglich nehmen.
I have to take the medicine twice daily.
Modal verb 'müssen', frequency adverb.
Die Krankenschwester gibt mir die Pille.
The nurse gives me the pill.
Using 'geben' for a pill.
Haben Sie das Medikament schon eingenommen?
Have you taken the medicine yet?
Perfekt tense, question formation.
Der Arzt hat mir etwas gegen die Schmerzen gegeben.
The doctor gave me something for the pain.
Perfekt tense, prepositional phrase.
Die Behandlung dauert drei Wochen.
The treatment lasts three weeks.
Basic time duration.
Ich fühle mich nicht gut.
I don't feel well.
Negation of feeling.
Wann soll ich die Medizin einnehmen?
When should I take the medicine?
Modal verb 'sollen', question about timing.
Der Arzt wird Ihnen bald eine Spritze verabreichen.
The doctor will administer an injection to you soon.
Future tense with 'werden', dative object.
Die Krankenschwester musste dem Patienten das Medikament oral verabreichen.
The nurse had to administer the medication orally to the patient.
Past tense with 'müssen', adverbial phrase indicating method.
Kann der Arzt die Dosis des Medikaments verabreichen?
Can the doctor administer the dose of the medication?
Modal verb 'können', genitive case for 'Dosis des Medikaments'.
Das neue Medikament wird nun allen Patienten verabreicht.
The new medication is now administered to all patients.
Passive voice, present tense.
Manche Impfungen müssen regelmäßig verabreicht werden.
Some vaccinations must be administered regularly.
Passive voice with modal verb 'müssen', frequency adverb.
Die Ärztin erklärte, wie das Medikament zu verabreichen ist.
The doctor explained how the medication is to be administered.
Indirect speech, infinitive construction with 'zu'.
Er hat sich die Grippeimpfung verabreichen lassen.
He had the flu vaccination administered to him.
Reflexive construction with 'lassen'.
Die Verabreichung von Bluttransfusionen erfordert Sorgfalt.
The administration of blood transfusions requires care.
Noun form 'Verabreichung', genitive phrase.
Der behandelnde Arzt entschied, eine alternative Therapie zu verabreichen.
The attending physician decided to administer an alternative therapy.
Infinitive clause with 'zu', past tense of 'entscheiden'.
Es ist von entscheidender Bedeutung, dass das Medikament gemäß den Anweisungen verabreicht wird.
It is of crucial importance that the medication is administered according to the instructions.
Subjunctive clause ('dass'), passive voice.
Die Behörden empfehlen, die Impfung gegen Masern allen Kindern zu verabreichen.
The authorities recommend administering the measles vaccination to all children.
Recommendation using 'empfehlen', dative object.
Die Studie untersuchte die Wirksamkeit des neu verabreichten Serums.
The study investigated the efficacy of the newly administered serum.
Past participle used as an adjective, genitive case.
Ohne ärztliche Aufsicht darf das Medikament nicht verabreicht werden.
Without medical supervision, the medication may not be administered.
Modal verb 'dürfen' in passive voice, prepositional phrase.
Die korrekte Verabreichung von Narkosemitteln ist lebenswichtig.
The correct administration of anesthetics is vital.
Noun phrase 'korrekte Verabreichung', genitive object.
Er beklagte sich, dass ihm das falsche Medikament verabreicht worden sei.
He complained that the wrong medication had been administered to him.
Indirect speech, Plusquamperfekt passive in Konjunktiv I.
Die Verabreichung von Gentherapien ist ein komplexer medizinischer Prozess.
The administration of gene therapies is a complex medical process.
Complex noun phrase, abstract concept.
Der leitende Arzt ordnete an, dass die experimentelle Substanz nur unter strengsten Auflagen verabreicht werden dürfe.
The chief physician ordered that the experimental substance be administered only under the strictest conditions.
Indirect speech, Konjunktiv I, modal verb 'dürfen' in passive.
Die Effektivität der verabreichten Behandlungsmethode wurde eingehend analysiert.
The efficacy of the administered treatment method was thoroughly analyzed.
Past participle as adjective, passive voice, sophisticated vocabulary.
Es wurde kontrovers diskutiert, ob die Verabreichung von Schmerzmitteln in dieser Dosis ethisch vertretbar sei.
It was controversially discussed whether the administration of painkillers in this dosage was ethically justifiable.
Passive voice, Konjunktiv I, complex sentence structure.
Die Entscheidung, das neue Serum zu verabreichen, basierte auf umfangreichen präklinischen Studien.
The decision to administer the new serum was based on extensive preclinical studies.
Infinitive clause, complex noun phrase, passive construction.
Die Richtlinien sehen vor, dass die Impfung erst nach einer ärztlichen Untersuchung verabreicht werden kann.
The guidelines stipulate that the vaccination can only be administered after a medical examination.
Subordinate clause, modal verb 'können' in passive.
Die langwierige Prozedur der Verabreichung erforderte höchste Präzision seitens des medizinischen Personals.
The lengthy procedure of administration required the highest precision from the medical staff.
Complex noun phrase, abstract concepts, genitive.
Er hatte den Verdacht, dass ihm absichtlich ein Placebo verabreicht worden war.
He suspected that he had been intentionally administered a placebo.
Indirect speech, Plusquamperfekt passive.
Die Schulung konzentrierte sich auf die sichere Verabreichung von Notfallmedikamenten.
The training focused on the safe administration of emergency medications.
Gerund-like noun phrase, specific domain vocabulary.
Die ethischen Implikationen der Verabreichung gentechnisch veränderter Substanzen bedürfen einer sorgfältigen Abwägung.
The ethical implications of administering genetically modified substances require careful consideration.
Highly abstract vocabulary, complex noun phrases, formal tone.
Es wurde argumentiert, dass die Verabreichung von Stammzellen eine revolutionäre therapeutische Option darstelle.
It was argued that the administration of stem cells represented a revolutionary therapeutic option.
Passive voice, Konjunktiv I, sophisticated terminology.
Die Debatte drehte sich um die Frage, inwieweit die Verabreichung von psychotropen Medikamenten in der Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie gerechtfertigt sei.
The debate revolved around the question to what extent the administration of psychotropic drugs in child and adolescent psychiatry was justifiable.
Complex sentence structure, abstract concepts, Konjunktiv I.
Die Präzision, mit der das Protokoll zur Verabreichung des Antidots befolgt werden musste, war beispiellos.
The precision with which the protocol for administering the antidote had to be followed was unprecedented.
Complex relative clause, abstract noun, passive voice.
Die verabreichende Instanz oblag der Verantwortung, die Einhaltung aller Sicherheitsvorschriften zu gewährleisten.
The administering authority bore the responsibility of ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.
Formal vocabulary, abstract concepts, genitive construction.
Die retrospektive Analyse der verabreichten Behandlungen ergab signifikante Unterschiede in den Patientenergebnissen.
The retrospective analysis of the administered treatments revealed significant differences in patient outcomes.
Specialized scientific vocabulary, past participle as adjective.
Obwohl die Verabreichung von Immuntherapien vielversprechend ist, bleiben Langzeitnebenwirkungen Gegenstand intensiver Forschung.
Although the administration of immunotherapies is promising, long-term side effects remain the subject of intensive research.
Complex sentence structure, abstract concepts, specialized vocabulary.
Die Verabreichung von Impfstoffen in Krisengebieten stellt logistische und medizinische Herausforderungen von immensem Ausmaß dar.
The administration of vaccines in crisis areas presents logistical and medical challenges of immense scale.
Highly formal and descriptive language, abstract concepts.
Synonymes
Antonymes
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
— To administer medications. This is the most frequent use of the verb.
Der Arzt verabreicht Medikamente an seine Patienten.
— To give an injection. A specific type of administration.
Die Krankenschwester wird Ihnen gleich eine Spritze verabreichen.
— To administer a vaccination.
Die Gemeinde verabreicht die jährliche Grippeimpfung.
— To administer something to someone. This highlights the recipient.
Man muss dem Hund das Medikament vorsichtig verabreichen.
— The medication must be administered. Often used in passive voice.
Das Medikament muss regelmäßig verabreicht werden.
— The administration of... (noun form).
Die Verabreichung von Narkosemitteln ist ein kritischer Schritt.
— To have something administered to oneself.
Ich lasse mir die Vitamin B12-Injektion verabreichen.
— To administer correctly. Emphasizes proper procedure.
Es ist wichtig, das Medikament korrekt zu verabreichen.
— To administer slowly. Refers to the speed of administration.
Die Infusion sollte langsam verabreicht werden.
Souvent confondu avec
These words sound somewhat similar but have opposite meanings. 'Verabreichen' means to administer, while 'erbrechen' means to vomit. Be careful with pronunciation and context.
This verb means 'to use up' or 'to consume'. While related etymologically, its meaning is different from 'verabreichen'. You consume food ('verbrauchen'), but you administer medicine ('verabreichen').
This means 'to curse' or 'to jinx'. It's phonetically different but could be confused by learners unfamiliar with German sounds.
Expressions idiomatiques
— To administer a remedy or a means to an end. Can be literal (medicine) or figurative (a solution).
Der Politiker versprach, ein wirksames Mittel gegen die Arbeitslosigkeit zu verabreichen.
figurative— To administer a dose to oneself. Can be literal (e.g., insulin) or figurative (e.g., a dose of reality).
Er musste sich nach dem Misserfolg selbst die bittere Dosis der Wahrheit verabreichen.
figurative— To administer an unwanted dose or gift; to give someone something they don't want or need, often with negative connotations.
Der Kollege verabreichte ihm eine unerwünschte Gabe von Kritik, die er nicht hören wollte.
figurative— To teach someone a lesson, often through a harsh experience.
Der erfahrene Anwalt verabreichte dem jungen Konkurrenten eine Lehrstunde in Verhandlungsgeschick.
figurative— To treat oneself to something that brings happiness or pleasure.
Nach der stressigen Woche verabreichte sie sich eine Dosis Entspannung im Spa.
figurative— To administer the final dose, often implying the end of a treatment or process.
Nachdem die letzte Dosis verabreicht war, fühlte sich der Patient erleichtert.
literal/figurative— To deliver bad news or an unpleasant truth that must be accepted.
Der Chef musste seinen Mitarbeitern die bittere Pille der bevorstehenden Entlassungen verabreichen.
figurative— To give someone a lesson or a warning, often through a negative experience.
Die Niederlage im Pokalfinale verabreichte der Mannschaft einen Denkzettel für die nächste Saison.
figurative— To administer something to oneself, literally or figuratively.
Er versuchte, sich selbst die nötige Motivation zu verabreichen, um die Arbeit zu beenden.
figurative— To administer a cure or remedy, often implying a solution to a problem.
Die Regierung versucht, der Wirtschaft ein Heilmittel zu verabreichen, das sie wiederbelebt.
figurativeFacile à confondre
Both verbs relate to the act of providing something. 'Geben' is general, while 'verabreichen' is specific to medical/formal administration.
'Geben' is used for everyday actions like giving a gift or a book. 'Verabreichen' is reserved for formal acts of dispensing medicine, treatments, or sometimes formal instructions, implying a professional or therapeutic context.
Der Arzt <strong>verabreicht</strong> die Spritze. (The doctor administers the injection.) vs. Die Mutter <strong>gibt</strong> dem Kind die Süßigkeit. (The mother gives the child the candy.)
'Einnehmen' is the patient's action related to medication that has been administered.
'Verabreichen' is the action of the giver (e.g., doctor, nurse), while 'einnehmen' is the action of the receiver (patient) taking the medication (e.g., swallowing a pill).
Der Arzt <strong>verabreicht</strong> die Tablette, und der Patient <strong>nimmt</strong> sie <strong>ein</strong>. (The doctor administers the tablet, and the patient takes it.)
'Injizieren' is a specific method of 'verabreichen'.
'Verabreichen' is a broader term that encompasses various methods of administration (oral, injection, infusion, etc.). 'Injizieren' specifically means to administer something via injection.
Der Arzt <strong>verabreicht</strong> das Medikament. (This could be a pill, injection, etc.) vs. Der Arzt <strong>injiziert</strong> das Medikament. (Specifically an injection.)
Phonetic similarity.
'Verabreichen' means to administer (give). 'Erbrechen' means to vomit (throw up). They are antonyms in terms of bodily processes and have opposite meanings.
Man muss dem Patienten das Medikament <strong>verabreichen</strong>. (One must administer the medication to the patient.) vs. Der Patient muss sich <strong>erbrechen</strong>. (The patient must vomit.)
Both are formal verbs related to giving something.
'Erteilen' is used for abstract things like permission, orders, or licenses ('Erlaubnis erteilen', 'Befehl erteilen'). 'Verabreichen' is primarily for physical substances like medicine or treatments, or in very specific formal training contexts.
Der Lehrer <strong>erteilt</strong> den Schülern eine Aufgabe. (The teacher gives the students an assignment.) vs. Die Krankenschwester <strong>verabreicht</strong> dem Patienten eine Spritze. (The nurse administers an injection to the patient.)
Structures de phrases
Subject + verabreichen + Dative Object + Accusative Object
Die Ärztin verabreicht dem Kind die Impfung.
Subject + modal verb + Dative Object + Accusative Object + verabreichen (infinitive)
Wir müssen dem Patienten das Medikament verabreichen.
Passive: Accusative Object + wird + Dative Object + verabreicht
Die Spritze wird dem Patienten verabreicht.
Passive: Dative Object + wird + Accusative Object + verabreicht
Dem Patienten wird die Spritze verabreicht.
Infinitive clause: Es ist wichtig, das Medikament korrekt zu verabreichen.
Es ist wichtig, das Medikament korrekt zu verabreichen.
Past participle as adjective: Die verabreichte Dosis war richtig.
Die verabreichte Dosis war richtig.
Indirect speech (Konjunktiv I): Sie sagte, dass das Medikament verabreicht werde.
Sie sagte, dass das Medikament verabreicht werde.
With 'lassen': Er lässt sich die Impfung verabreichen.
Er lässt sich die Impfung verabreichen.
Famille de mots
Noms
Verbes
Apparenté
Comment l'utiliser
High in medical and healthcare contexts.
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Using 'geben' instead of 'verabreichen' in a medical context.
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Der Arzt <strong>verabreicht</strong> dem Patienten das Medikament.
While 'geben' means 'to give', 'verabreichen' is specifically used for the formal and professional act of administering medicine or treatments. Using 'geben' in this context sounds informal or incorrect.
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Incorrect case usage (accusative instead of dative for the recipient).
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Der Arzt verabreicht <strong>dem Patienten</strong> (Dative) die Spritze.
'Verabreichen' requires the recipient to be in the dative case. Saying 'den Patienten' (Accusative) is grammatically incorrect.
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Confusing pronunciation with 'erbrechen'.
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Der Arzt muss das Medikament <strong>verabreichen</strong>.
'Verabreichen' means to administer. 'Erbrechen' means to vomit. Mispronouncing or mishearing can lead to opposite meanings.
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Using 'verabreichen' for general giving of advice.
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Ich werde dir ein paar Ratschläge <strong>geben</strong>.
'Verabreichen' is too formal and specific for everyday advice. 'Geben' is the appropriate verb here.
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Incorrect passive construction.
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Das Medikament <strong>wird dem Patienten verabreicht</strong>.
The passive voice needs the correct form of 'werden' and the past participle 'verabreicht'. Incorrectly forming this can lead to grammatical errors.
Astuces
Master the 'V' and 'CH'
Remember that the German 'v' often sounds like an English 'f'. The 'ch' sound in 'verabreichen' is soft, made in the back of the throat, not like a hard 'k'. Practice saying 'f-er-a-b-r-ai-ch-un' with the correct guttural 'ch'.
Dative for the Recipient
When using 'verabreichen' actively, the person or animal receiving the medicine or treatment is in the dative case. For example, 'dem Patienten' (to the patient) or 'dem Hund' (to the dog).
Visual Association
Imagine a doctor's hand reaching out ('reichen') to administer ('verabreichen') a medicine. The 'ver-' prefix can suggest it's for a specific need.
Formal vs. Informal
'Verabreichen' is a formal verb. While it can be used figuratively, it's best reserved for medical and professional contexts. In casual conversation about giving something, 'geben' is much more common.
Sentence Building
Practice constructing sentences using 'verabreichen' in different tenses and voices (active, passive). Try varying the recipient (dative) and the object administered (accusative).
Avoid 'Erbrechen'
Be very careful not to confuse 'verabreichen' (to administer) with 'erbrechen' (to vomit), as they have opposite meanings and can lead to significant misunderstandings.
Know the Noun
Familiarize yourself with the noun form 'die Verabreichung' (administration) as it is frequently used in medical and official contexts.
Trust in Healthcare
The act of 'verabreichen' implies a trusted relationship between the healthcare provider and the patient. It's a fundamental part of medical care in German-speaking countries.
Figurative Use
Explore figurative uses like 'jemandem eine Lehrstunde verabreichen' (to teach someone a lesson) to understand the broader, though less common, applications of the verb.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Imagine a doctor reaching out ('reichen') with a syringe to 'ver' (for) the patient's needs. The 'ver-' prefix emphasizes that it's for a specific purpose or need. Think 'ver-reach-en' for administering.
Association visuelle
Picture a doctor holding a syringe, with the word 'ADMINISTER' written on it in large letters. The syringe is reaching towards a patient.
Word Web
Défi
Try to use 'verabreichen' in three sentences describing different medical scenarios: one where a doctor gives a shot, one where a nurse gives a pill, and one where a treatment is being administered.
Origine du mot
The verb 'verabreichen' originates from the Middle High German verb 'verbrüchen' or 'verbrachen', which meant 'to use up', 'to consume', or 'to administer'. The prefix 'ver-' often indicates a process or completion, and the root relates to 'brauchen' (to need, to use). Over time, the meaning shifted specifically towards the medical context of administering substances.
Sens originel : To use up, to consume, to administer (in a broader sense).
GermanicContexte culturel
When discussing medical treatments, especially those involving injections or potent medications, it's important to be sensitive to the patient's experience. The term 'verabreichen' itself is neutral, but the context can be emotionally charged.
In English, 'administer' is the closest equivalent and carries similar formal and medical connotations. Other terms like 'give an injection' or 'dispense medication' are more specific.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Doctor's visit or hospital stay
- Der Arzt wird Ihnen eine Spritze verabreichen.
- Wann wird das Medikament verabreicht?
- Ich muss mir die Impfung verabreichen lassen.
Pharmacy advice
- Dieses Medikament muss zweimal täglich verabreicht werden.
- Wie soll das Nasenspray verabreicht werden?
- Die Verabreichung erfolgt oral.
Veterinary care
- Der Tierarzt verabreicht dem Hund eine Wurmkur.
- Die Katze muss regelmäßig Medikamente verabreicht bekommen.
- Welche Dosis soll verabreicht werden?
Medical news or documentaries
- Millionen Dosen des Impfstoffs werden verabreicht.
- Die Studie untersucht, wie das neue Mittel am besten verabreicht werden kann.
- Die Verabreichung von Narkosemitteln ist ein kritischer Schritt.
Formal training or instruction (less common)
- Der Ausbilder wird den Teilnehmern die notwendigen Fähigkeiten verabreichen.
- Die Schulung wird den Mitarbeitern verabreicht.
Amorces de conversation
"Haben Sie schon einmal eine Impfung verabreicht bekommen?"
"Was denken Sie über die Verabreichung von Medikamenten zu Hause?"
"Wie wichtig ist es, dass Medikamente korrekt verabreicht werden?"
"Können Sie sich an den Moment erinnern, als Ihnen zum ersten Mal etwas verabreicht wurde?"
"Welche Erfahrungen haben Sie mit der Verabreichung von Behandlungen gemacht?"
Sujets d'écriture
Beschreiben Sie eine Situation, in der Sie oder jemand, den Sie kennen, ein Medikament verabreicht bekommen hat. Welche Gefühle waren damit verbunden?
Stellen Sie sich vor, Sie sind ein Arzt. Welche Überlegungen gehen Ihnen durch den Kopf, bevor Sie einem Patienten ein wichtiges Medikament verabreichen?
Wie würden Sie einem Kind erklären, was es bedeutet, wenn der Arzt ihm eine Spritze verabreicht?
Denken Sie über die Rolle von Technologie bei der Verabreichung von Medikamenten nach. Welche Fortschritte sehen Sie?
Schreiben Sie eine kurze fiktive Geschichte, in der die 'Verabreichung' einer ungewöhnlichen Substanz eine zentrale Rolle spielt.
Questions fréquentes
10 questions'Verabreichen' is a more specific and formal verb than 'geben'. While 'geben' simply means 'to give' and can be used in countless situations, 'verabreichen' is almost exclusively used in medical contexts to describe the act of administering medicine, injections, or treatments by a professional. You 'geben' a gift, but a doctor 'verabreicht' medication.
Yes, but it's less common and sounds quite formal. It can be used for the formal bestowal of something beneficial or instructional, like a specific training program or a protocol. For example, 'Das Unternehmen wird den Mitarbeitern eine neue Schulung verabreichen.' However, for everyday advice or instruction, 'geben' or 'erteilen' are more natural.
'Verabreichen' typically takes two objects: a dative object for the recipient (the person or animal to whom something is administered) and an accusative object for the thing being administered (the medicine, injection, etc.). Example: 'Der Arzt verabreicht dem Patienten (dative) die Spritze (accusative).'
The passive voice is formed using the verb 'werden' and the past participle 'verabreicht'. The subject of the passive sentence can be either the thing being administered (accusative) or the recipient (dative), depending on the emphasis. Example: 'Die Spritze wird dem Patienten verabreicht.' (The injection is administered to the patient.) or 'Dem Patienten wird die Spritze verabreicht.' (The patient is administered the injection.)
Common mistakes include confusing it with 'geben' (using 'geben' in a strictly medical context), incorrect case usage (forgetting the dative object for the recipient), and pronunciation errors, particularly with the 'v' sound and the 'ch' sound. Also, confusing it with 'erbrechen' (to vomit) due to phonetic similarity is a significant error.
The noun form is 'die Verabreichung', which means 'administration' or 'dispensing'. For example, 'Die Verabreichung des Medikaments erfolgte um 8 Uhr.' (The administration of the medication took place at 8 AM.)
Primarily, yes. Its strongest and most frequent usage is in medical and therapeutic contexts. While it can be used figuratively or for formal instruction, its core association is with the professional dispensing of substances or treatments.
'Verschreiben' means 'to prescribe', which is the act of a doctor ordering a medication. 'Verabreichen' is the act of actually giving or administering that medication to the patient. A doctor prescribes ('verschreibt') a medicine, and then a doctor or nurse administers ('verabreicht') it.
Yes, you can. This means 'I administer to myself'. It's commonly used for self-administered medications like insulin injections. It can also be used figuratively, like 'sich selbst eine Dosis Mut verabreichen' (to give oneself a dose of courage).
Yes, very common phrases include 'Medikamente verabreichen', 'eine Spritze verabreichen', 'eine Impfung verabreichen', and 'jemandem etwas verabreichen'. The noun phrase 'die Verabreichung von...' is also frequently used.
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Summary
The verb 'verabreichen' is most commonly used in a medical context to describe the act of administering medicine, injections, or treatments. It signifies a formal and professional action by a healthcare provider.
- To formally give medicine or a medical treatment.
- Primarily used in medical contexts.
- Implies a professional act of dispensing.
- Often involves injections, pills, or therapies.
Master the 'V' and 'CH'
Remember that the German 'v' often sounds like an English 'f'. The 'ch' sound in 'verabreichen' is soft, made in the back of the throat, not like a hard 'k'. Practice saying 'f-er-a-b-r-ai-ch-un' with the correct guttural 'ch'.
Dative for the Recipient
When using 'verabreichen' actively, the person or animal receiving the medicine or treatment is in the dative case. For example, 'dem Patienten' (to the patient) or 'dem Hund' (to the dog).
Context is Key
Always consider the context. If it's about giving medicine, a medical procedure, or a formal bestowal of something beneficial, 'verabreichen' is likely the correct verb. For general giving, 'geben' is usually sufficient.
Visual Association
Imagine a doctor's hand reaching out ('reichen') to administer ('verabreichen') a medicine. The 'ver-' prefix can suggest it's for a specific need.
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