der Vorrat
Translation
stock, supply, store, reserve
Examples
Wir haben einen großen Vorrat an Lebensmitteln.
We have a large stock of food.
Der Vorrat an Wasser wird langsam knapp.
The supply of water is slowly running low.
Grammar Patterns
a stock/supply of sth. ((et3)) Wir haben einen großen Vorrat an Konserven.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Reserve, Bestand; Antonym: Mangel (shortage)
Etymology
From 'vor-' (before, for) + 'Rat' (originally household goods). Things kept 'for' later use.
Memory Tips
Think of having something ready 'for' a future need. 'Vor' sounds like 'for'.