fristgerecht
Translation
timely, punctual, on schedule
Examples
Die fristgerechte Abgabe der Arbeit ist wichtig.
The timely submission of the paper is important.
Grammar Patterns
((attributive)) + Noun used attributively: timely The timely submission is important.
((predicative)) used predicatively: to be on time The payment was on time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pünktlich (punctual), rechtzeitig (on time); Antonyms: verspätet (delayed)
Etymology
Composed of 'Frist' (deadline) and 'gerecht' (just, right). Literally means 'deadline-right' or 'appropriate for the deadline'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as being 'just' or 'correct' ('gerecht') for the deadline ('Frist').