ordnungsgemäß
Translation
proper, correct, in accordance with regulations, duly
Examples
Alles wurde ordnungsgemäß erledigt.
Everything was handled properly.
Bitte füllen Sie das Formular ordnungsgemäß aus.
Please fill out the form correctly.
Die ordnungsgemäße Entsorgung ist wichtig.
Proper disposal is important.
Grammar Patterns
[as adverb] properly, correctly The device functions properly.
[as adjective] proper, correct Proper accounting is mandatory.
Similar Words
Synonyms: correct, proper, regulatory; Antonyms: incorrect, improper
Etymology
Composed of 'Ordnung' (order) and 'gemäß' (according to). Literally means 'according to order'.
Memory Tips
Think of doing something 'according to the order' or rules. If it's done 'gemäß' (according to) the 'Ordnung' (order), it's 'ordnungsgemäß'.