adjectiveadverb

sachgerecht

proper

The German word "sachgerecht" is an adjective meaning "appropriate," "proper," or "suitable" for the particular matter or situation.

  • It is made of two parts:
    • "Sache" = "thing" or "matter"
    • "gerecht" = "just" or "fair" (in this context: "in accordance with")

Similar words:

  • angemessen (appropriate)
  • zweckmäßig (functional, purposeful)
  • alid (valid)

Differences:

  • "sachgerecht" emphasizes being exactly suitable according to the facts or requirements of the matter itself.
  • "angemessen" is more general and can relate to social appropriateness or correctness.
  • "zweckmäßig" focuses on efficiency or utility towards a purpose.

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Examples

Die sachgerechte Entsorgung von Batterien ist wichtig.adjective

The proper disposal of batteries is important.

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