German word

planmäßig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈplaːnˌmɛːsɪç/

Meaning

  • adverbas planned

Example

Der Zug kam planmäßig an.

The train arrived as planned.

Illustration for planmäßig (as planned)

More examples

Die Sitzung verlief planmäßig.

The meeting proceeded as scheduled.

Core concept

A scheduled train journey unfolds as arranged, with each expected stage taking place in its proper order.

Common phrases

  • planmäßig ankommen

    arrive as scheduled

  • planmäßig stattfinden

    take place as scheduled

Similar words

wie geplant: In the way that was planned or intended.
termingerecht: Completed by the scheduled date or deadline.
pünktlich: At the agreed or scheduled time, without being late.

Definition in German

In Übereinstimmung mit einem Plan stattfinden; so, wie etwas vorgesehen ist.

Word origin

"Planmäßig" is formed from "Plan" and "-mäßig," a productive suffix expressing conformity to the plan named before it.

Usage tips

  • In transport and operational reports, "planmäßig" is common and concise, whereas everyday speech often uses "wie geplant".

Other meanings

  • as scheduledadverb
  • on timeadverb

Opposites

  • außerplanmäßigunplannedadverb

Related words

  • Planmäßigkeitbeing on schedulenoun

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