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The state of being correct, accurate, or corresponding to the truth. Refers to the agreement of information or statements with the facts.
Bitte überprüfen Sie die Richtigkeit Ihrer Angaben, bevor Sie das Formular absenden.
Please check the accuracy of your information before submitting the form.
The noun 'Richtigkeit' (accuracy) is derived from the adjective 'richtig' (correct/right). The ending '-keit' is a typical way in German to form abstract nouns from adjectives that describe a state or quality.
Die Richtigkeit dieser Theorie ist wissenschaftlich bewiesen.
The accuracy of this theory has been scientifically proven.
'Richtigkeit' (accuracy) is often used with verbs such as 'überprüfen' (to check), 'bestätigen' (to confirm), or 'anzweifeln' (to doubt). It usually refers to information, which is why it is often followed by a genitive such as 'der Angaben' (of the information) or 'der Daten' (of the data).
Ein Notar muss die Richtigkeit der Unterschrift bestätigen.
A notary must confirm the authenticity of the signature.
The word 'Richtigkeit' (accuracy) belongs more to formal written language and is frequently used in official, legal, or scientific contexts.
Der Antrag wurde wegen fehlender Nachweise über die Richtigkeit der Daten abgelehnt.
The application was rejected because proof of the accuracy of the data was missing.
truth
'die Wahrheit' and 'die Richtigkeit' both have to do with something being correct or true. 'die Wahrheit' is used more for statements, reports, or honesty: someone tells the truth or seeks the truth. 'die Richtigkeit' usually means that a piece of information, an answer, a calculation, or a detail is correct. The words can be confused because a correct statement is also true. In everyday use, however, 'Richtigkeit' sounds more factual and is especially suitable when checking data or solutions.
Vor dem Abschicken prüft Mehmet die Richtigkeit der Adresse.
Before sending it, Mehmet checks the accuracy of the address.
Für ihre Familie will Sofia die Wahrheit nicht länger verbergen.
Sofia no longer wants to hide the truth from her family.