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appropriate / fitting
In a way that is appropriate, fair, and deserved for a person, thing, or occasion.
Die Mannschaft feierte ihren Sieg gebührend mit einer großen Party.
The team celebrated their victory appropriately with a big party.
The word 'gebührend' (appropriate/fitting) is derived from the old verb 'gebühren', which means 'to be due to someone' or 'to be appropriate'. It is also related to the noun 'die Gebühr' (a fee to be paid).
Der Künstler erhielt endlich die gebührende Anerkennung für sein Lebenswerk.
The artist finally received the recognition he deserved for his life's work.
'Gebührend' (appropriately) is very often used as an adverb to describe how an action is carried out. It then modifies verbs such as 'feiern' (to celebrate), 'würdigen' (to honor/appreciate), or 'verabschieden' (to say goodbye to / send off).
Die langjährige Mitarbeiterin wurde gebührend in den Ruhestand verabschiedet.
The long-serving employee was given an appropriate send-off into retirement.
Fixed combinations include, for example, 'gebührend feiern' (to celebrate appropriately), 'gebührend würdigen' (to duly honor), or 'jemandem den gebührenden Respekt zeigen' (to show someone the respect they deserve).
Man sollte den Siegern den gebührenden Respekt zollen.
One should show the winners the respect they deserve.
The word belongs more to an elevated or formal style. It is often used in speeches, official texts, or reporting.
Die Gedenkfeier fand in einem gebührenden Rahmen statt.
The memorial service took place in an appropriate setting.
corresponding / according
'entsprechend' and 'gebührend' can both mean that something is appropriate. 'entsprechend' is more neutral and broader: something fits a situation, a rule, or a consequence. 'gebührend' often has a stronger sense of respect, recognition, or deserved treatment. It is used especially for people, achievements, or special occasions. The words can be confused because both can mean 'suitable' or 'appropriate'. If it is only about the right measure in a factual way, 'entsprechend' fits. If someone or something is meant to receive proper recognition, 'gebührend' is more precise.
Der Sieger wurde nach dem Rennen gebührend gefeiert.
The winner was duly celebrated after the race.
Nach der Beschwerde hat das Team entsprechend reagiert.
After the complaint, the team responded accordingly.