4

I have seen those two forms and I can’t decide which use is correct.

Unser neue Wagen ist [vor/gegen] Diebstahl versichert

Which of the prepositions below suits the sentence best?

1
  • 1
    For your information: versichern vor does not really exist.
    – adjan
    Jan 12, 2016 at 17:23

1 Answer 1

4

It depends on what you want to express.

If you have a theft insurance (legal protection) and want to mention that, you can say:

Unser neuer Wagen ist gegen Diebstahl versichert.

However, if you want to talk about security equipment (physical protection, like a special alarm system), you can say:

Unser neuer Wagen ist vor/gegen Diebstahl geschützt.

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our privacy policy.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.