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advisable
Sensible or recommended; something that should be done if possible. The word is often used in formal contexts or as advice, frequently in the form 'tunlichst'.
Es ist tunlich, sich vor einer langen Reise über die Verkehrslage zu informieren.
It is advisable to check the traffic situation before a long trip.
'Tunlich' (advisable) is derived from the verb 'tun' (to do). The ending '-lich' here expresses that something is advisable or good to do. So it means 'what one should do'.
Es ist immer gut, das zu tun, was richtig ist.
It is always good to do what is right.
This word belongs to elevated or formal language, especially officialese. It is rarely used in normal everyday speech.
In amtlichen Schreiben findet man oft eine sehr formelle Sprache.
In official letters, one often finds very formal language.
The adverbial form 'tunlichst' is especially common. It means 'if at all possible' or 'absolutely' and strengthens a recommendation or request.
Sie sollten diesen Fehler tunlichst vermeiden.
You should avoid this mistake if at all possible.
advisable
Ratsam and tunlich can both describe a recommended course of action. Ratsam is the neutral, usual choice in everyday language, while tunlich sounds distinctly more formal and less common and often occurs in “tunlichst.” Ratsam fits a normal conversation; tunlich is possible in formal advice.
Vor einer langen Reise ist es tunlich, die Route sorgfältig zu prüfen.
Before a long trip, it is advisable to check the route carefully.
Vor einer langen Reise ist es ratsam, die Route zu prüfen.
Before a long trip, it is advisable to check the route.
