zumutbar
reasonable
So, dass man es von jemandem verlangen kann, ohne die Person zu stark zu belasten.
The German word "zumutbar" is an adjective that means "reasonable" or "acceptable" in the context of expectations or demands placed on someone. It is made up of the prefix "zu" (to) and the verb "zumuten," which means "to impose" or "to expect." In essence, "zumutbar" describes something that can be rightfully expected without being excessive or burdensome.
Similar words in German include "angemessen" (appropriate), "vertretbar" (defensible), and "zumutend" (bearable).
Difference: While "zumutbar" specifically focuses on what is reasonable to ask of someone, "angemessen" has a broader sense of appropriateness, and "vertretbar" often has a context in moral or ethical justifiability.
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Examples
Die Arbeit ist für alle zumutbar.adjective
The work is reasonable for everyone.
Diese Aufgabe erscheint zumutbar.adjective
This task seems reasonable.
Eine Stunde Fahrt zur Arbeit ist noch zumutbar.adjective
A one-hour commute to work is still reasonable.
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