geeigneter
Translation
suitable, appropriate, fitting, qualified
Examples
Er ist ein geeigneter Kandidat für den Job.
He is a suitable candidate for the job.
Das ist ein Fall geeigneter Anwendung.
This is a case of suitable application.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) to be suitable for sth. This tool is suitable for this job.
((as sth.)) to be suitable as sth. He is well suited as a teacher.
((for sth. / to do sth.)) to be suitable for sth. The water is not suitable for drinking.
Similar Words
Synonyms: passend, tauglich; Antonyms: ungeeignet, unpassend
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'eignen' (to be suitable). 'Eignen' is related to 'eigen' (own), implying something has its 'own' properties for a purpose.
Memory Tips
Think of 'eigen' (own). If something is 'geeignet', it has its 'own' special quality for the job, making it suitable.