verordnen
Translation
to prescribe, to order, to decree
Examples
Der Arzt verordnete dem Patienten Ruhe.
The doctor prescribed rest for the patient.
Die Regierung hat neue Maßnahmen verordnet.
The government has decreed new measures.
Grammar Patterns
((j-m)) ((et4)) to prescribe sth. to sb. The doctor prescribed the patient some medicine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vorschreiben, anordnen, befehlen; Antonyms: erlauben, gestatten
Etymology
From 'ver-' (a prefix indicating completion or change) + 'ordnen' (to order). It signifies officially putting something into order.
Memory Tips
Think of a doctor giving an 'order' (Ordnung) for medicine, which is a prescription. The 'ver-' prefix makes it official and formal.