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Having the same value, quality, importance, or rank as something else.
Ein Meisterbrief im Handwerk wird oft als gleichwertig zu einem Bachelor-Abschluss angesehen.
A master craftsman's certificate is often considered equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
The adjective 'gleichwertig' (equivalent) is a clear compound of 'gleich' (same/equal) and 'wertig' (derived from 'der Wert', value). So it literally means that something has 'the same value'.
Beide Jobangebote sind für mich finanziell absolut gleichwertig.
Both job offers are absolutely equivalent for me financially.
When comparing two things, 'gleichwertig' (equivalent) is often used with the preposition 'mit' and the dative. The structure is: Something (A) is equivalent to something (B).
Diese Ausbildung ist mit einem Hochschulstudium gleichwertig.
This training is equivalent to a university degree.
'Gleichwertig' (equivalent) is often used to compare training programs, degrees, qualifications, or also products and services. Typical nouns are 'Alternative' (alternative), 'Ersatz' (replacement/substitute), or 'Leistung' (performance/service).
Wir suchen eine gleichwertige Alternative zu unserem bisherigen Lieferanten.
We are looking for an equivalent alternative to our previous supplier.
equivalent
Both words describe two options with similar value or effect. „Gleichwertig“ emphasizes equal value, quality, or rank and usually sounds more direct in everyday speech. „Äquivalent“ refers more to a formal equivalent, especially when function or effect is being compared.
Für diese Aufgabe ist die neue Methode der bisherigen gleichwertig.
For this task, the new method is equal in value to the previous one.
Für diese Aufgabe ist die digitale Lösung der bisherigen Methode äquivalent.
For this task, the digital solution is equivalent to the previous method.
