English–German

“suitable” in German

German

Alsogeeignet

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpasn̩t/

Example

Das ist ein passendes Geschenk für dich.

That is a suitable gift for you.

Illustration for passend (suitable)

How to say “suitable” in German

“Suitable” in German is passend.

A choice matches the needs, timing, and setting without seeming out of place.

Full entry for passend: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with passend

Die Jacke ist passend für den Anlass.

The jacket is suitable for the occasion.

Tips for using passend

  • Passend is broad and neutral, while geeignet stresses practical suitability and angemessen stresses appropriateness to a situation.

Other German words for “suitable”

Das ist für Kinder nicht geeignet.

This is not suitable for children.

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