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supply
The provision of necessary goods and services such as water, electricity, food, or information for the population or a group.
Nach dem Sturm war die Versorgung mit Elektrizität für mehrere Stunden unterbrochen.
After the storm, the supply of electricity was interrupted for several hours.
care
The care and support of people, especially the sick, injured, or those in need of help.
Die medizinische Versorgung der Verletzten hatte oberste Priorität.
The medical care of the injured had top priority.
financial support
The financial security of a person, for example through a pension in old age or in the case of incapacity for work.
Beamte erhalten im Ruhestand eine gute Versorgung vom Staat.
Civil servants receive good financial support from the state in retirement.
'Die Versorgung' (the supply/care) is the noun from the verb 'versorgen' (to supply/provide for). The verb means to equip someone or something with what is necessary. The noun describes the result or the process of this action.
Die Hilfsorganisation versorgt die Menschen im Krisengebiet mit Lebensmitteln.
The aid organization supplies the people in the crisis area with food.
To say what is being provided, German almost always uses the preposition 'mit' followed by the dative. This structure is typical for all meanings.
Die Versorgung der Stadt mit sauberem Trinkwasser ist eine große Herausforderung.
Supplying the city with clean drinking water is a major challenge.
When referring to goods and services, 'Versorgung' (supply) is often combined with verbs such as 'sicherstellen' (to ensure), 'gewährleisten' (to guarantee), or 'unterbrechen' (to interrupt). Typical goods are electricity, water, or food.
Die Regierung muss die Energieversorgung des Landes sicherstellen.
The government must ensure the country's energy supply.
In this meaning, the context is always caring for people. Common combinations are 'medizinische Versorgung' (medical care), 'pflegerische Versorgung' (nursing care), or 'die Versorgung von Verletzten' (the care of injured people).
Die schnelle Versorgung des Patienten nach dem Herzinfarkt war lebensrettend.
The quick care of the patient after the heart attack was life-saving.
treatment
Behandlung and Versorgung can both refer to medical help for people who are ill or injured. Behandlung emphasizes measures taken against the illness or injury; Versorgung also includes initial practical help, care, and support. Versorgung is therefore often more appropriate for acute or general care, while Behandlung fits targeted medical measures.
Unmittelbar nach dem Unfall übernimmt ein Sanitäter die Versorgung der tiefen Wunde.
Immediately after the accident, a paramedic takes care of the deep wound.
Nach der Untersuchung beginnt die Ärztin mit der Behandlung der tiefen Wunde.
After the examination, the doctor begins treating the deep wound.
