vor|fertigen
Translation
to prefabricate, to manufacture in advance
Examples
Viele Bauteile werden heute vorgefertigt.
Many components are prefabricated today.
Die Firma fertigt die Module im Werk vor.
The company prefabricates the modules in the factory.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to prefabricate sth. The company prefabricates the components.
Similar Words
vorproduzieren (to pre-produce)
Etymology
From the prefix 'vor-' (before, pre-) and the verb 'fertigen' (to make, produce). Literally 'to make before'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'pre-fabricated' houses. The parts are 'made before' ('vorgefertigt') they arrive at the construction site.