verpflichtend
mandatory
Etwas, das man tun oder beachten muss und nicht frei wählen kann.
The German word "verpflichtend" is an adjective that means "mandatory" or "obligatory". It is formed from the verb "verpflichten," which means "to obligate" or "to commit." The adjective indicates that something requires compliance or adherence and cannot be ignored.
Similar words in German include "obligatorisch" (obligatory) and "bindend" (binding). The differences among these terms are mainly subtle:
- Verpflichtend usually refers to a requirement imposed by authority or law.
- Obligatorisch often describes something that is required in terms of rules or circumstances.
- Bindend emphasizes the enforceable nature of a commitment or contract.
In summary, while they all convey a sense of obligation, the contexts in which they are used can differ slightly.
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Examples
Der Kurs ist für alle Mitarbeiter verpflichtend.adjective
The course is mandatory for all employees.
Dieser Workshop ist verpflichtend für neue Mitarbeiter.adjective
This workshop is mandatory for new employees.
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