beabsichtigen
Beabsichtigen is a German verb that means to intend or to have the intention of doing something. It is used to express a deliberate plan or decision and typically governs a following infinitive clause, often introduced by zu. In everyday language it is somewhat formal; more common alternatives in everyday speech are vorhaben or planen.
Etymology and scope: beabsichtigen is formed from the noun Absicht (intention) with the prefix be-, which adds
Conjugation and grammar: beabsichtigen is a regular verb in the sense of standard German conjugation with the
Usage notes and related terms: beabsichtigen is often contrasted with vorhaben or planen, which can be more
Examples: Ich beabsichtige, heute früher zu gehen. Wir beabsichtigen, das Projekt bis Jahresende abzuschließen. Die beabsichtigte