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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.
immediate / same
'gleich' and 'gleichwertig' can both say that two things are on the same level. 'gleich' is more general: it can be about rights, rank, importance, or even complete sameness. 'gleichwertig' is more precise when two things are not identical but have the same value, the same quality, or the same importance. If two offers look different but are equally good, 'gleichwertig' fits better than just 'gleich'.
Die beiden Abschlüsse sind für diese Bewerbung gleichwertig.
The two qualifications are equivalent for this application.
Im Team sind alle Stimmen gleich wichtig.
In the team, everyone's voice is equally important.