geeignet
Translation
suitable, appropriate, apt, fit
Examples
Das ist ein geeigneter Zeitpunkt.
This is a suitable time.
Er ist für diese Aufgabe geeignet.
He is suitable for this task.
Wir suchen eine geeignete Wohnung.
We are looking for a suitable apartment.
Grammar Patterns
to be suitable ((for sth.)) Er ist für den Job geeignet.
to be suitable ((for doing sth. / to do sth.)) Das Messer ist zum Schneiden geeignet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: passend, tauglich, angemessen; Antonyms: ungeeignet, unpassend
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'eignen' (to be suitable), which is related to 'eigen' (own). It suggests having the 'own' right properties for a purpose.
Memory Tips
Think of 'eigen' (own). Something that is 'geeignet' has its 'own' right qualities for the job.