to correspond / to meet
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to correspond
To agree with something, be equivalent to something, or fit something.
Die Qualität des Produkts entspricht leider nicht unseren Erwartungen.
Unfortunately, the quality of the product does not correspond to our expectations.
The verb 'entsprechen' (to correspond/meet) always takes the dative. The object that something agrees with or that is fulfilled is in the dative. Using the wrong case here is a very common mistake.
Das Ergebnis entspricht genau meinen Vorstellungen.
The result corresponds exactly to my ideas.
'Entsprechen' (to correspond/meet) is an inseparable verb. The prefix 'ent-' remains firmly attached to the verb stem 'sprechen' in all tenses and sentence constructions.
Sein Verhalten entsprach nicht den Regeln.
His behavior did not conform to the rules.
In the meaning of 'übereinstimmen' (to agree/correspond), 'entsprechen' (to correspond) is often used with abstract concepts such as expectations, requirements, facts, or the truth.
Diese Aussage entspricht nicht der Wahrheit.
This statement does not correspond to the truth.
to fit / suit / pass
'passen' and 'entsprechen' can both express that something is right or suitable. 'Passen' is very common and flexible in everyday language: an appointment, a color, or an idea can 'passen'. 'Entsprechen' sounds more formal and is often used when something matches rules, expectations, wishes, or requirements. The words can be confused because both refer to a kind of agreement or fit. 'Passen' is more natural in normal conversations. 'Entsprechen' is more suitable for school, work, contracts, or official situations.
Die Bewerbung entspricht leider nicht allen Anforderungen.
Unfortunately, the application does not meet all the requirements.
Der Termin am Freitag passt mir gut.
The appointment on Friday works well for me.