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desirable
Describes something that is so positive, advantageous, or desirable that it is worth striving for or achieving. It is a goal that one should pursue.
Ein Leben in Frieden und Freiheit ist für alle Menschen erstrebenswert.
A life in peace and freedom is desirable for all people.
The word is made up of the verb 'erstreben' (to strive for) and the ending '-wert' (worth). The ending '-wert' means 'worthy' or 'worthwhile' and indicates that something is worth doing or achieving.
Ein respektvoller Umgang miteinander ist immer erstrebenswert.
Treating each other with respect is always desirable.
'Erstrebenswert' (desirable) is very often used predicatively with verbs such as 'sein' (to be), 'erscheinen' (to seem), or 'finden' (to find/consider). It is used to describe that a state or goal is judged to be desirable.
Ich finde eine gute Work-Life-Balance sehr erstrebenswert.
I find a good work-life balance very desirable.
This adjective often describes abstract concepts. Typical combinations are 'ein erstrebenswertes Ziel' (a desirable goal), 'ein erstrebenswerter Zustand' (a desirable state), or 'eine erstrebenswerte Eigenschaft' (a desirable quality).
Finanzielle Unabhängigkeit ist für viele ein erstrebenswertes Ziel.
Financial independence is a desirable goal for many people.
The word 'erstrebenswert' (desirable) belongs more to written language or an elevated style. It is used less often in everyday, informal conversations.
In dem Artikel wird eine nachhaltige Lebensweise als erstrebenswert dargestellt.
In the article, a sustainable lifestyle is presented as desirable.
ideal
'ideal' and 'erstrebenswert' can both describe something positive. 'ideal' says that something suits a particular purpose very well or is almost perfect. 'erstrebenswert', on the other hand, says that something is so good or important that you want to achieve it. So the difference lies in the perspective: 'ideal' describes the suitable solution in a situation, while 'erstrebenswert' describes a goal that is worth making an effort for.
Mehr Zeit für die Familie ist für viele Menschen erstrebenswert.
More time for family is desirable for many people.
Für die Reise ist ein kleiner Rucksack ideal, weil er leicht zu tragen ist.
For the trip, a small backpack is ideal because it is easy to carry.