No. 4,206 in German
bereiten
"Bereiten" means "to prepare" or "to cause."
In a sentence
Ich bereite das Frühstück vor.
I prepare the breakfast.
Here, 'bereiten' is used in the sense of preparing, commonly with a prefix like 'vor-' to denote 'preparing for'.
Die Nachricht bereitete ihm große Freude.
The news brought him great joy.
In this context, 'bereiten' means to provide or cause an emotional state or experience.
Der Koch bereitet ein festliches Mahl.
The chef is preparing a festive meal.
Here, 'bereiten' is again used for preparing something, specifically related to food or arrangements.
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