ADJECTIVE

rechtlich/ˈʁɛçtlɪç/legal; juridical; lawful

rechtlich is a German adjective that means legal, juridical, or lawful. It is pronounced /ˈʁɛçtlɪç/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "rechtlicher" and "rechtlichsten".

Definitions

1.concerning the law or legality(law)

a.relating to law, legal matters, or the justice system

Die rechtliche Situation ist kompliziert.—The legal situation is complicated.

b.conforming to laws or recognized legal principles

Er handelt immer rechtlich korrekt.—He always acts in accordance with the law.

Adjective Forms

Positiverechtlich
Comparativerechtlicher
Superlativerechtlichsten

Frequently asked questions

What does "rechtlich" mean in English?
"rechtlich" means legal, juridical, or lawful. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "rechtlich"?
"rechtlich" is pronounced /ˈʁɛçtlɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What are the comparative and superlative of "rechtlich"?
The comparative of "rechtlich" is "rechtlicher" and the superlative is "rechtlichsten".
What part of speech is "rechtlich"?
"rechtlich" is a adjective in German.

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