konstitutiv
Translation
constitutive, essential, fundamental
Examples
Diese Regel ist konstitutiv für das Spiel.
This rule is constitutive for the game.
Sprache ist konstitutiv für unsere Identität.
Language is constitutive for our identity.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is constitutive for sth. This rule is constitutive for the game.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wesentlich (essential), grundlegend (fundamental)
Etymology
From Latin 'constituere' (to set up, establish). Think of the English word 'constitute'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'constitution' of something. The parts that constitute it are 'konstitutiv'.