Voreilig handeln

/foːɐ̯ˈlaɪ̯lɪç ˈhandl̩n/
to act hastily or prematurely

Es wäre unklug, voreilig zu handeln.

It would be unwise to act hastily.


general

To act without sufficient thought or preparation, often leading to mistakes or poor outcomes.

Er bereute, voreilig gehandelt zu haben.

He regretted acting hastily.

Man sollte nicht voreilig handeln, ohne alle Fakten zu kennen.

One shouldn't act hastily without knowing all the facts.

This phrase emphasizes the negative consequences of acting without careful consideration.

Related Phrases

den Kopf verlierenphrase
to lose one's composure

Pro Tip

Avoid Hasty Decisions

Always take time to consider the consequences before making important decisions.

Gold Rule

Think Before You Act

Voreilig handeln often leads to regret. Always weigh the pros and cons before taking action.

Word Origin

Derived from 'voreilig' (hasty) and 'handeln' (to act). The phrase highlights the negative connotation of acting without proper deliberation.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used to criticize impulsive decisions or actions that lack foresight.

Word Breakdown

voreilig
hasty, premature
adjective
+
handeln
to act
verb
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