German ADJECTIVE C1 Rank 8547

unerlässlich

indispensable

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unerlässlich vs notwendig

necessary

Notwendig and unerlässlich both say that something is needed. Notwendig is more neutral and can also express a less urgent degree of necessity, whereas unerlässlich clearly emphasizes that it cannot be dispensed with. Choose „notwendig“ for a general requirement and „unerlässlich“ for something indispensable.

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unerlässlich

Für die Rettung der verletzten Person war schnelle Hilfe unerlässlich.

Rapid assistance was indispensable for rescuing the injured person.

notwendig

Für die Anmeldung ist ein gültiger Ausweis notwendig.

A valid ID is necessary for registration.

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