geltend
Translation
valid, applicable, in force, asserted
Examples
Das ist geltendes Recht.
This is applicable law.
Er machte seinen Anspruch geltend.
He asserted his claim.
Grammar Patterns
to make ((sth.)) geltend to assert sth. He made his rights geltend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gültig, wirksam, anwendbar; Antonyms: ungültig, unwirksam
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'gelten' (to be valid, to apply).
Memory Tips
Connect it to 'gelten' (to be valid). 'Geltend' describes the state of being valid or applicable.