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Describes something that is legally or morally obligatory and must be complied with. A binding commitment or contract cannot simply be broken.
Ein unterschriebener Arbeitsvertrag ist für beide Seiten rechtlich bindend.
A signed employment contract is legally binding for both sides.
'Bindend' (binding) is the present participle of the verb 'binden' (to bind). So it describes something that has an obligatory effect or 'binds' someone to an agreement.
Eine mündliche Zusage kann unter Umständen auch bindend sein.
A verbal commitment can also be binding under certain circumstances.
This adjective is often used in legal or business contexts. Typical combinations are 'rechtlich bindend' (legally binding), 'ein bindendes Angebot' (a binding offer), or 'eine bindende Entscheidung' (a binding decision).
Bitte prüfen Sie das Angebot, bevor Sie eine bindende Zusage machen.
Please review the offer before making a binding commitment.
To indicate for whom a rule or contract is obligatory, the preposition 'für' (for) is used with the accusative.
Die Entscheidung des Gerichts ist für beide Seiten bindend.
The court's decision is binding for both sides.
binding / courteous
Both words can describe a commitment or agreement as obligatory. „Bindend“ places particular emphasis on the legal or moral obligation. „Verbindlich“ also describes this effect, but can be used more generally for a firm commitment or determination.
Die bindende Vereinbarung verpflichtet beide Seiten zur Einhaltung.
The binding agreement obliges both sides to comply with it.
Unsere verbindliche Zusage für den Ausflug gilt auch bei schlechtem Wetter.
Our binding commitment for the outing still applies even in bad weather.
