Vorliegend

Vorliegend is a German adjective that translates to "present," "available," or "submitted" in English. It is commonly used in various contexts to indicate something that is currently at hand, under consideration, or has been formally submitted.

In a formal or professional setting, "vorliegend" often refers to documents, reports, or applications that have been submitted for review or action. For example, a letter might state "Die vorliegenden Unterlagen werden geprüft," meaning "The submitted documents are being reviewed." It can also describe something that is currently in one's possession or readily accessible, such as "die vorliegende Ausgabe" (the current issue) of a publication.

In everyday language, "vorliegend" can mean simply that something is there or exists. If someone asks if a certain item is available, the answer might be "Ja, das ist vorliegend," meaning "Yes, it is available" or "Yes, it is present." The adjective emphasizes the current status and accessibility of the noun it modifies. Understanding its usage is key to comprehending German correspondence and descriptions of current states.