nachhaltiges
Translation
sustainable
Examples
Das ist ein nachhaltiges Produkt.
This is a sustainable product.
Wir fördern nachhaltiges Wirtschaften.
We promote sustainable economic activity.
Grammar Patterns
nachhaltiges + Noun (neuter sing. nom./acc.) sustainable ... This is a sustainable concept.
Similar Words
Synonyms: eco-friendly, viable; Antonyms: short-term, environmentally harmful
Etymology
Derived from 'nach' (after) and 'halten' (to hold), plus the adjective suffix '-ig'. The '-es' is an inflectional ending for neuter singular nouns (nominative/accusative).
Memory Tips
The '-es' ending is a key grammar clue. It tells you the noun being described is neuter, like 'das Konzept'. Memorize the phrase 'ein nachhaltiges Konzept' (a sustainable concept).