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adjective

giltig

valid

Definition & meaning

Giltig means valid: legally or officially accepted, in force, or applicable. It can also mean sound or justified, especially when describing a reason or argument.

  • Ett giltigt pass — a valid passport.
  • Ett giltigt skäl — a valid reason.

Grammar & Word origin

Giltig is an adjective. Its forms are giltig for common-gender singular nouns, giltigt for neuter singular nouns, and giltiga for plural and definite nouns.

It is related to gälla , meaning “to apply” or “to be valid,” and ultimately to a Germanic root associated with value or being in force.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms: valid is a more formal or technical equivalent. For a reason or argument, välgrundad means “well-founded,” emphasizing the supporting grounds.
  • Antonym: ogiltig means “invalid” or “not in force.”

Common phrases & collocations

  • giltigt pass — valid passport
  • giltig biljett — valid ticket
  • giltigt skäl — valid reason
  • giltig från och med — valid from a specified date

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Examples

Biljetten är giltig idag.adjective

The ticket is valid today.

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