aus|arbeiten
Translation
to work out, to elaborate, to draw up, to develop
Examples
Wir müssen einen Plan ausarbeiten.
We have to work out a plan.
Sie hat den Vertrag sorgfältig ausgearbeitet.
She drew up the contract carefully.
Er arbeitet die Details des Projekts aus.
He is elaborating on the details of the project.
Grammar Patterns
((to work sth. out)) to work something out, to draw something up We have to work out a plan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to create, to develop, to draft; Antonyms: to neglect
Etymology
From the prefix 'aus' (out, completely) and 'arbeiten' (to work). It implies working something out to its final state.
Memory Tips
Think of 'working out' the details of a plan. The 'aus' prefix emphasizes completion and thoroughness.