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beinhalten
to include
To have something as a part or component within itself; to comprise or contain.
example
Der Preis beinhaltet die Übernachtung mit Frühstück.
The price includes an overnight stay with breakfast.
beinhalten
to include
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Meanings
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Usage tips
Inseparable verb
'Beinhalten' (to include) is an inseparable verb. The prefix 'be-' remains firmly attached to the verb stem 'inhalten' in all sentence forms and tenses and is never separated.
EXAMPLE
Was beinhaltet dieses Angebot genau?
What exactly does this offer include?
Word structure
The word is made up of 'be-', 'in', and 'halten' (to hold). You can imagine it literally as 'holding something within itself', which describes the meaning 'enthalten' (to contain) or 'umfassen' (to comprise) well.
EXAMPLE
Die Schulung beinhaltet einen praktischen Teil.
The training includes a practical section.
Typical collocations
In the meaning 'umfassen' (to comprise), the verb is often combined with formal or official terms. Typical objects are 'der Preis' (the price), 'das Angebot' (the offer), 'der Vertrag' (the contract), or 'die Dienstleistung' (the service).
EXAMPLE
Der Service beinhaltet eine kostenlose Beratung.
The service includes a free consultation.
Context clue
You can recognize the meaning 'to have a consequence' when the verb refers to something abstract such as an 'Aussage' (statement), a 'Frage' (question), or a 'Handlung' (action). Here, it is about the logical consequence or the implicit meaning.
EXAMPLE
Diese Frage beinhaltet den Vorwurf, dass ich gelogen habe.
This question implies the accusation that I lied.
Compare with
beinhalten vs bedeuten
to mean
'bedeuten' and 'beinhalten' can both express that something has a meaning or a consequence. 'bedeuten' is used very often with words, signs, or situations: you ask what something means or what consequence it has. 'beinhalten' sounds somewhat more factual and often means that something is included as part of a plan, contract, or offer. It can also bring a consequence with it. They can be confused especially when talking about consequences: 'Das bedeutet viel Arbeit' (That means a lot of work) and 'Das beinhaltet viel Arbeit' (That involves a lot of work) are similar, but 'beinhalten' sounds more like a component of a larger whole.
beinhalten
Der neue Vertrag beinhaltet auch eine Regelung für Überstunden.
The new contract also includes a provision for overtime.
bedeuten
Das rote Schild bedeutet, dass wir hier nicht parken dürfen.
The red sign means that we are not allowed to park here.
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