obligatorisch
Translation
obligatory, mandatory, compulsory
Examples
Die Teilnahme am Kurs ist obligatorisch.
Participation in the course is mandatory.
Das Tragen eines Helms ist für Radfahrer obligatorisch.
Wearing a helmet is compulsory for cyclists.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is obligatory ((for sb.)) sth. is obligatory (for sb.) Attendance is obligatory for everyone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verpflichtend, zwingend; Antonyms: freiwillig (voluntary), fakultativ (optional)
Etymology
From Latin 'obligare' (to bind), related to the English word 'obligatory'.
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to the English 'obligatory'. Think of an 'obligation' you must fulfill.