aus|statten
Translation
to equip, to furnish, to provide with, to endow
Examples
Wir statten das Zimmer mit neuen Möbeln aus.
We are furnishing the room with new furniture.
Das Auto ist gut ausgestattet.
The car is well-equipped.
Er stattete sie mit Geld für die Reise aus.
He provided her with money for the trip.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((with sth.)) to equip/furnish sb./sth. with sth. We are furnishing the room with new furniture.
Similar Words
einrichten (to furnish), ausrüsten (to equip), versehen (to provide)
Etymology
From 'aus-' (out, completely) + 'statten' (to place, provide). It means to completely fit something out.
Memory Tips
Think of 'outfitting' something. 'aus' means 'out' and 'statten' is related to 'state' or 'status'. You're setting the 'state' of something by equipping it.