beraten
Translation
to advise, to counsel, to consult, to deliberate
Examples
Der Anwalt berät seinen Klienten.
The lawyer advises his client.
Die Experten beraten über das Problem.
The experts are deliberating on the problem.
Lass dich von einem Fachmann beraten.
Let a specialist advise you.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to advise sb. Der Anwalt berät seinen Klienten.
((über+4)) to deliberate on sth. Die Experten beraten über das Problem.
((sich)) to get advice Lass dich von einem Fachmann beraten.
Similar Words
empfehlen, informieren; diskutieren
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' + 'raten' (to advise, guess). While 'raten' can mean 'to advise', 'beraten' emphasizes advising a specific person or group.
Memory Tips
Remember that you get 'Rat' (advice) from someone who will 'beraten' (advise) you. The noun and verb are closely linked.