entbehrlich

The German word "entbehrlich" is an adjective meaning "dispensable", "unnecessary", or "superfluous."

• It is composed of the verb "entbehren" (to do without, to lack) plus the adjective suffix "-lich".
• "Entbehren" itself comes from "ent-" (a prefix often meaning removal or absence) and "behren", related to enduring or bearing.

Similar words:

• "überflüssig" (superfluous, redundant)
• "unnötig" (unnecessary)
• "nicht erforderlich" (not required)

Difference:

• "Entbehrlich" emphasizes something that can be done without or is not essential.
• "Überflüssig" often has a negative tone, implying excess beyond what is useful or needed.
• "Unnötig" stresses the lack of necessity, sometimes used more casually.