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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.
voluntary
'freiwillig' and 'bindend' form an opposite pair when it comes to obligation. 'freiwillig' means that someone can decide for themselves and is not obligated. 'bindend' means that a promise, rule, or contract must be followed. So 'freiwillig' describes free choice, while 'bindend' describes a fixed obligation.
Die Anmeldung zum Kurs ist bindend und kann nicht einfach storniert werden.
Registration for the course is binding and cannot simply be canceled.
Mein Freund kommt freiwillig mit, obwohl er eigentlich frei hätte.
My friend is coming along voluntarily, even though he actually would have the day off.