aus|reichen
Translation
to be sufficient, to be enough, to suffice
Examples
Das Geld reicht für den Urlaub nicht aus.
The money is not enough for the vacation.
Reicht der Kaffee für alle aus?
Is there enough coffee for everyone?
Grammar Patterns
((für+4)) to be enough for sth./sb. The food is enough for everyone.
((j-m)) to be enough for sb. The money isn't enough for me.
Similar Words
genügen (to be enough), langen (to be sufficient)
Etymology
From 'aus' (out) + 'reichen' (to reach). The idea is that something 'reaches out' far enough to cover the need.
Memory Tips
Imagine a blanket that 'reaches out' ('ausreichen') to cover everyone. It is 'sufficient'.