beschließen
Translation
to decide, to resolve, to pass (a law), to conclude
Examples
Der Bundestag beschließt ein neues Gesetz.
The parliament passes a new law.
Sie beschließt, ins Ausland zu gehen.
She decides to go abroad.
Der Vorsitzende beschließt die Sitzung.
The chairman concludes the meeting.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to decide/pass (sth.) The committee beschließt the budget.
((to do sth.)) to decide (to do sth.) He beschließt to quit his job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: entscheiden, festlegen; Antonyms: zögern (to hesitate), aufschieben (to postpone)
Etymology
From the prefix `be-` and the verb `schließen` (to close). It means to 'close' a matter by reaching a conclusion.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'closing' a debate or discussion. When it's 'closed' (geschlossen), a decision has been made (beschlossen).