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precaution in German

precaution in German is Vorsorge, Vorsichtsmaßnahme — precaution means an action taken in advance to prevent a problem or reduce a risk.

precaution in German

Vorsorge
noun
Previous caution or care; caution previously employed to prevent misfortune or to secure good.
Vorsichtsmaßnahme
noun
A measure taken beforehand to ward off evil or secure good or success; a precautionary act.

What does "precaution" mean?

  1. noun An action taken in advance to prevent a problem or reduce a risk.
    "Wearing a helmet is a simple precaution that can prevent serious injury."
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precaution in a sentence

  • Wearing a helmet is a simple precaution that can prevent serious injury.
  • The airline took extra precautions during the storm.

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What is "precaution" in German?

"precaution" in German is Vorsorge, Vorsichtsmaßnahme. precaution means: An action taken in advance to prevent a problem or reduce a risk.

How do you use "precaution" in a sentence?

Example: "Wearing a helmet is a simple precaution that can prevent serious injury." In German, "precaution" is Vorsorge, Vorsichtsmaßnahme.

Are there other ways to say "precaution" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "precaution": Vorsorge, Vorsichtsmaßnahme.

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