abopflichtig
Translation
requiring a subscription, subscription-based
Examples
Dieser Inhalt ist abopflichtig.
This content requires a subscription.
Der Zugang zum Archiv ist abopflichtig.
Access to the archive is subscription-based.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is subscription-based ((sth.)) requires a subscription The service is subscription-based.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kostenpflichtig (requiring payment), gebührenpflichtig (subject to a fee); Antonyms: kostenlos (free), gratis (free of charge)
Etymology
Composed of 'Abo' (subscription) + 'Pflicht' (obligation) + '-ig' (adjective ending). It literally means having an obligation for a subscription.
Memory Tips
Break it down into 'Abo' (think 'subscription') and 'Pflicht' (obligation). If something is 'abopflichtig', you have an obligation to get a subscription.