aus|legen
Translation
to lay out, to display, to interpret, to advance (money)
Examples
Der Händler legt die Waren aus.
The merchant displays the goods.
Man kann diesen Text verschieden auslegen.
One can interpret this text differently.
Er hat das Geld für die Reise ausgelegt.
He advanced the money for the trip.
Das System ist auf hohe Leistung ausgelegt.
The system is designed for high performance.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to lay out, display sth. The merchant lays out the goods.
((sth.)) to interpret sth. One can interpret this text differently.
((sth.)) ((for sb.)) to advance sth. (money) for sb. He advanced the money for the trip.
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to design sth. for sth. The system is designed for high performance.
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Etymology
From 'aus-' (out) and 'legen' (to lay). Literally 'to lay out'.
Memory Tips
Picture laying out items for display. This action of 'laying out' extends metaphorically to 'laying out' an explanation or interpretation.