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to put forward
To express, present, or put something up for discussion orally or in writing. This usually refers to arguments, requests, complaints, or evidence in a formal context.
In der Versammlung konnte jeder seine Bedenken gegen den neuen Plan vorbringen.
At the meeting, everyone was able to put forward their concerns about the new plan.
'Vorbringen' (to put forward) is a separable verb with the prefix 'vor-'. In a main clause, the prefix goes at the end. In subordinate clauses and in the infinitive with 'zu', the verb stays together.
Der Anwalt brachte neue Beweise vor.
The lawyer put forward new evidence.
The verb is made up of 'vor' (in front/forward) and 'bringen' (to bring). The literal meaning 'nach vorne bringen' (to bring forward) also helps you understand the figurative meaning: you mentally bring an argument or idea 'forward' into a discussion.
Sie brachte während der Sitzung einen neuen Vorschlag vor.
She put forward a new proposal during the meeting.
'Vorbringen' (to put forward) is mainly used in formal situations such as meetings, debates, or court proceedings. It sounds more elevated and official.
Der Bürger konnte seine Beschwerde beim Amt vorbringen.
The citizen was able to put forward his complaint at the office.
You typically put forward verbal statements or ideas. Common combinations are: put forward 'Argumente' (arguments), 'Gründe' (reasons), 'eine Bitte' (a request), 'eine Beschwerde' (a complaint), 'Bedenken' (concerns), or 'Vorschläge' (proposals).
Welche Argumente können Sie für Ihre Position vorbringen?
What arguments can you put forward for your position?
to claim / assert
'behaupten' and 'vorbringen' can both mean that someone says something. However, 'behaupten' emphasizes that someone presents something as true, often without proving it. For that reason, it can sound somewhat doubtful. 'vorbringen' is used more when someone states an argument, a request, a complaint, or evidence, especially in a discussion or in a formal context. Learners may confuse the words because in both cases something is expressed. The difference is: with 'behaupten', the focus is more on the claim to truth; with 'vorbringen', it is more about introducing something as a point in a conversation or procedure.
Frau Becker brachte in der Besprechung mehrere gute Argumente vor.
Ms. Becker put forward several good arguments in the meeting.
Tom behauptet, dass er die Nachricht nie bekommen hat.
Tom claims that he never received the message.