No. 2,877 in German
vorgeschrieben
"Prescribed" or "required."
In a sentence
Das Tragen eines Helms ist beim Radfahren gesetzlich vorgeschrieben.
Wearing a helmet is legally required when cycling.
Here, 'vorgeschrieben' is used to indicate a regulation or law that mandates specific behavior.
Es ist vorgeschrieben, den Feueralarm regelmäßig zu testen.
It is required to regularly test the fire alarm.
In this instance, 'vorgeschrieben' refers to an institutionally or normatively established directive.
Die vorgeschriebene Bauweise gewährleistet die Sicherheit des Gebäudes.
The prescribed construction method ensures the safety of the building.
Here, 'vorgeschrieben' describes a recommended or established method that should be followed as a standard.
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