berechtigten
Translation
justified, authorized, entitled, legitimate
Examples
Die berechtigten Personen dürfen eintreten.
The authorized persons may enter.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is berechtigt something is justified His concern is justified.
berechtigt ((to sth.)) entitled to something He is entitled to enter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gerechtfertigt, legitim; Antonyms: unberechtigt
Etymology
Past participle of 'berechtigen' (to authorize). From 'Recht' (right, law). Composed of prefix 'be-' + 'Recht' + suffix '-ig'.
Memory Tips
Think of having the 'Recht' (right) to do something. If you have the right, you are 'berechtigt' (authorized).