German word

unverzichtbar

Pronunciation

IPA/ˌʊnfɛɐ̯ˈt͡sɪçtbaːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • adjectiveessential

Example

Dieses Werkzeug ist unverzichtbar für die Arbeit.

This tool is essential for the work.

Illustration for unverzichtbar (essential)

More examples

Für Reisende ist eine gute Karte praktisch unverzichtbar.

For travelers, a good map is practically indispensable.

Core concept

A vital resource stands at the center of a successful task.

Common phrases

  • praktisch unverzichtbar

    practically indispensable

  • unverzichtbar für viele Menschen

    indispensable for many people

Similar words

wichtig: Important to the progress or outcome of something.
nötig: Needed in order to carry out an action.
notwendig: Necessary for something to be established or possible.

Definition in German

für eine Aufgabe oder Situation unbedingt nötig

Word origin

Unverzichtbar derives from verzichten 'to do without' with the suffix -bar 'able to be' and the negative prefix un-, yielding the sense of being impossible to do without.

Usage tips

  • When naming the relevant task, unverzichtbar commonly combines with für plus the accusative, as in unverzichtbar für die Arbeit.

Other meanings

  • indispensableadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • Unverzichtbarkeitindispensabilitynoun

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