erhältlich
available
Etwas, das man bekommen oder kaufen kann.
Definition & meaning
The adjective erhältlich describes something that can be obtained, bought, or acquired. It indicates that a product, service, or object is available for purchase or collection in a shop, online, or at a specific location.
- Available/Obtainable: Used to state that an item is currently in stock or accessible to the public (e.g., "The book is available in all bookstores").
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is an adjective that functions as a predicate or an attribute. It is derived from the verb erhalten (to receive/obtain) with the suffix -lich (meaning "-able" or "-ly").
- Word origin: It comes from the Middle High German erhalten (to hold fast, to receive) combined with the suffix -lich, which indicates possibility or capability.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Das Buch ist ab sofort erhältlich.adjective
The book is available now.
Dieses Produkt ist überall erhältlich.adjective
This product is available everywhere.
Dieses Produkt ist nur online erhältlich.adjective
This product is only available online.
Sind die Eintrittskarten für das Konzert schon erhältlich?adjective
Are the tickets for the concert available yet?
Die Creme ist auch ohne Rezept erhältlich.adjective
The cream is also available without a prescription.
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