sicher|stellen
Translation
to ensure, to make sure, to secure
Examples
Wir müssen sicherstellen, dass alles bereit ist.
We have to ensure that everything is ready.
Die Polizei soll die Ordnung sicherstellen.
The police should ensure order.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to secure sth. The police should ensure order.
((that...)) to ensure that... We have to ensure that everything is ready.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gewährleisten, garantieren; Antonym: gefährden (to endanger)
Etymology
From 'sicher' (sure, safe) and 'stellen' (to put, place). Literally 'to place in a sure state'.
Memory Tips
Think of making something 'sure' ('sicher') by 'placing' ('stellen') it correctly.