würdig
Translation
worthy, dignified, deserving
Examples
Er ist ein würdiger Nachfolger.
He is a worthy successor.
Sie fand ein würdiges Ende.
She found a dignified end.
Er ist dieser Ehre nicht würdig.
He is not worthy of this honor.
Grammar Patterns
((et2)) würdig sein to be worthy of sth. (genitive) He is worthy of this honor.
würdig + zu + Infinitiv worthy to do sth. He is not worthy to be here.
Similar Words
Synonyms: respectable, deserving; Antonyms: unworthy.
Etymology
From Old High German 'wirdīg', related to 'Wert' (worth, value).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'worthy'. If something has 'Wert' (worth), it is 'würdig'.