vorgeschrieben
Translation
prescribed, mandatory, required, stipulated
Examples
Das Tragen von Helmen ist hier vorgeschrieben.
Wearing helmets is mandatory here.
Bitte halten Sie sich an die vorgeschriebene Geschwindigkeit.
Please adhere to the prescribed speed limit.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is prescribed sth. is prescribed/mandatory Wearing a uniform is prescribed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obligatorisch, zwingend; Antonyms: freiwillig, optional
Etymology
From 'vor-' (before, in front) and 'geschrieben' (written), the past participle of 'schreiben' (to write). Literally 'written before', meaning laid down as a rule.
Memory Tips
Imagine a rule that is 'written' ('geschrieben') 'in front of' ('vor') everyone, making it official and mandatory.