binnenbrengen

Binnenbrengen is a Dutch verb meaning to bring something inside or to bring something into a system, and it can also be used figuratively to denote generating or yielding something, such as money or results. The term is formed from the adverb binnen (inside) and the verb brengen (to bring).

In literal use, binnenbrengen describes physically moving an object from outside to inside a location. Examples include bringing a package into a building or bringing goods into a warehouse. In figurative use, het binnenbrengen refers to obtaining or yielding something non-physical, most commonly revenue or information. For instance, het bedrijf heeft dit jaar veel geld binnengebracht (the company has brought in a lot of money this year).

The term is also used in administrative or political contexts to describe introducing or submitting measures, proposals, or legislation, such as een wetsvoorstel binnenbrengen (to bring a bill before the legislature) or een voorstel binnenbrengen bij een organisatie.

Grammar and usage notes: binnenbrengen is a separable compound verb. In main clauses, the prefix vaak moves to the end of the clause (je ziet het prefix achter het finite werkwoord): Het geld brengen we snel binnen. In the past tense, the past participle is binnengebracht. Common synonyms include binnenhalen (to fetch in) and invoeren in certain contexts, though each carries slight nuance.