lieferbar

Lieferbar is a German adjective used in commerce and logistics to indicate that goods or services can be delivered to a customer. It denotes the ability to supply the item within a stated time frame, or immediately if the item is in stock. In practice, “lieferbar” is commonly shown on product pages, catalogs, and price comparisons to communicate stock status and delivery expectations.

Etymology and meaning: The word comes from liefern (to deliver) with the suffix -bar, forming a term meaning “capable of being delivered.” It is parallel to the English deliverable. The concept focuses on the feasibility of fulfillment rather than the physical location of the item alone.

Usage and nuance: Phrases such as “sofort lieferbar” (immediately deliverable), “lieferbar in 2–3 Werktagen” (deliverable in 2–3 business days), or “lieferbar ab [Datum]” are widely used. It is distinct from terms like “verfügbar,” which generally means available, and from “versandfertig,” which emphasizes readiness to ship rather than the broader promise of delivery. “Nicht lieferbar” or “ausverkauft” signal that a product cannot be delivered at the moment.

Context and limits: In online shops and catalogs, lieferbar status can depend on stock levels, supplier availability, and logistics. Delivery timelines may vary by destination, shipping method, and external factors such as holidays or production delays. The term helps set customer expectations but does not guarantee exact arrival dates in all cases.

See also: Verfügbarkeit, Lieferzeit, Versandfertig, Lieferung.