mündigen
Translation
of age, mature, responsible, accountable
Examples
Wir brauchen die Zustimmung des mündigen Patienten.
We need the consent of the mature patient.
Er sprach mit dem mündigen Bürger.
He spoke with the responsible citizen.
Ich sehe den mündigen Wähler als Partner.
I see the responsible voter as a partner.
Grammar Patterns
(attributive) used before a noun to describe it The responsible citizen has rights and duties.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reif, erwachsen, volljährig; Antonyms: unmündig
Etymology
From 'Mund' (mouth), originally meaning 'able to speak for oneself'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a responsible adult who can use their 'Mund' (mouth) to speak for themselves.