geeignet
suitable
Etwas passt gut zu einem bestimmten Zweck oder ist für eine Aufgabe richtig.
The German word "geeignet" is an adjective meaning "suitable", "appropriate", or "fit".
- It is derived from the verb "eignen", which means "to be suitable" or "to be qualified".
- The prefix "ge-" here forms the past participle, so "geeignet" literally means "made suitable" or "appropriate".
Similar words:
- passend (fitting, suitable)
- zweckmäßig (functional, appropriate)
- angemessen (adequate, appropriate)
Differences:
- "Geeignet" emphasizes suitability or qualification for a specific purpose.
- "Passend" stresses fitting or matching in a broader sense (could be size, style, etc.).
- "Zweckmäßig" highlights practical or functional appropriateness.
- "Angemessen" refers to appropriateness often regarding context, norms, or standards.
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Examples
Diese Schuhe sind für die Wanderung geeignet.adjective
These shoes are suitable for the hike.
Das Werkzeug ist besonders gut geeignet für Präzisionsarbeiten.adjective
The tool is particularly suitable for precision work.
Das Werkzeug scheint perfekt geeignet.adjective
The tool seems perfectly suitable.
Diese Methode scheint geeignet zu sein.adjective
This method seems to be suitable.
Das Werkzeug erscheint für die Aufgabe geeignet.adjective
The tool appears suitable for the task.
Für dunkle Räume ist helle Wandfarbe besonders geeignet.adjective
For dark rooms, light wall paint is particularly suitable.
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