This is the 2877th most frequent German word.
vorgeschrieben
"Prescribed" or "required."
Here, 'vorgeschrieben' is used to indicate a regulation or law that mandates specific behavior.
Das Tragen eines Helms ist beim Radfahren gesetzlich vorgeschrieben.
Wearing a helmet is legally required when cycling.
In this instance, 'vorgeschrieben' refers to an institutionally or normatively established directive.
Es ist vorgeschrieben, den Feueralarm regelmäßig zu testen.
It is required to regularly test the fire alarm.
Here, 'vorgeschrieben' describes a recommended or established method that should be followed as a standard.