ADJECTIVE

gesetzlich/ɡəˈzɛt͡slɪç/legal; lawful; by law

gesetzlich is a German adjective that means legal, lawful, or by law. It is pronounced /ɡəˈzɛt͡slɪç/.

Definitions

1.arranged or prescribed by law; pertaining to law(law, regulation)

a.established or required by law

Das Mindestalter für Alkoholgenuss ist gesetzlich festgelegt.The minimum age for alcohol consumption is set by law.

b.permitted or regulated by law

Eltern haben einen gesetzlich garantierten Anspruch auf Elternzeit.Parents have a legally guaranteed right to parental leave.

Adjective Forms

Positivegesetzlich

Frequently asked questions

What does "gesetzlich" mean in English?
"gesetzlich" means legal, lawful, or by law. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "gesetzlich"?
"gesetzlich" is pronounced /ɡəˈzɛt͡slɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "gesetzlich"?
"gesetzlich" is a adjective in German.

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