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predestined for
To be especially well suited for a particular task, role, or function because of certain qualities, abilities, or circumstances; to be made for something.
Mit seiner ruhigen und geduldigen Art ist er für den Beruf des Lehrers prädestiniert.
With his calm and patient manner, he is predestined for the teaching profession.
The word contains the Latin prefix 'prä-', which means 'beforehand'. 'Prädestiniert' (predestined) therefore literally means 'determined beforehand' and describes a suitability that seems almost like fate.
Ihre schnelle Auffassungsgabe macht sie prädestiniert für eine wissenschaftliche Karriere.
Her quick grasp of things makes her predestined for a scientific career.
The adjective 'prädestiniert' (predestined) is almost always used with the preposition 'für' (for) and the accusative. This structure expresses what someone or something is especially suited for.
Dieses robuste Material ist für den Einsatz im Freien prädestiniert.
This robust material is predestined for outdoor use.
'Prädestiniert' (predestined) belongs to an elevated style of language. It sounds more formal and educated than everyday expressions.
Aufgrund seiner eleganten Erscheinung war er für die Hauptrolle prädestiniert.
Because of his elegant appearance, he was predestined for the leading role.
suitable
Both words express that someone or something is a good fit for a task. „Geeignet“ describes a normal or sufficient fit, while „prädestiniert“ highlights an especially striking, almost ideal suitability. Use „geeignet“ for an objective selection and „prädestiniert“ when certain qualities practically point to someone or something being made for it.
Mira ist wegen ihrer großen Erfahrung geradezu für die Leitung des Projekts prädestiniert.
Given her extensive experience, Mira is practically predestined to lead the project.
Mira ist wegen ihrer Erfahrung für die Leitung des Projekts geeignet.
Mira is suitable to lead the project because of her experience.
