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appropriate
Suitable, appropriate, or fitting for a particular situation or purpose. It describes behavior, a remark, or a measure that is perceived as right and sensible.
Nach seinem Fehler wäre eine ehrliche Entschuldigung wirklich angebracht.
After his mistake, an honest apology would really be appropriate.
'Angebracht' (appropriate/attached) is the past participle of the separable verb 'anbringen' (to attach, to bring up). The literal meaning 'befestigt' (attached) as in attaching something to the wall leads to the figurative meaning 'passend' (appropriate), as in bringing up a remark.
Er hat eine Lampe über dem Schreibtisch angebracht.
He attached a lamp above the desk.
If 'angebracht' (appropriate/attached) refers to concrete objects, it means 'befestigt' (attached). If it refers to behavior, words, or actions, it means 'passend' (suitable) or 'angemessen' (appropriate).
Das Warnschild war direkt an der Tür angebracht.
The warning sign was attached directly to the door.
In the meaning 'passend' (appropriate), the impersonal formulation 'Es ist angebracht, ...' (It is appropriate to ...) is often used, followed by an infinitive with 'zu' or a 'dass' clause.
Es ist angebracht, sich bei den Gastgebern für die Einladung zu bedanken.
It is appropriate to thank the hosts for the invitation.
suitable
'geeignet' and 'angebracht' can both express that something fits a situation. 'geeignet' is often used for things, people, or methods that are suitable for a purpose. 'angebracht' is used especially for behavior, words, or measures that seem right and appropriate in a situation. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with being 'passend' (fitting). A practical guide: for tools, places, or abilities, 'geeignet' is often more natural; for reactions, comments, or decisions, 'angebracht' is often more precise.
Nach der schlechten Nachricht war ein lauter Witz nicht angebracht.
After the bad news, a loud joke was not appropriate.
Für den Termin im Sommer ist leichte Kleidung geeignet.
Light clothing is suitable for the appointment in summer.