vorschnell handeln
/foːɐ̯ˈʃnɛl ˈhandl̩n/
to act hastily
Es ist gefährlich, vorschnell zu handeln.
It's dangerous to act hastily.
general
To act or decide without sufficient thought or consideration, often leading to mistakes or negative consequences.
Sie bereute, vorschnell zu handeln, ohne alle Fakten zu kennen.
She regretted acting hastily without knowing all the facts.
This phrase emphasizes the negative consequences of impulsive decisions.
Collocations
vorschnell urteilento judge hastily
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Avoiding hasty decisions
When tempted to act quickly, pause and consider potential consequences.
Gold Rule
Reflect before acting
Always weigh the pros and cons before making important decisions.
Word Origin
From 'vorschnell' (hasty) and 'handeln' (to act). The phrase combines these to describe rash action.
Usage Notes
Often used in contexts where caution or deliberation would have been more appropriate.
Word Breakdown
vorschnell
hasty, premature
adverbhandeln
to act
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