What does gerecht werden in German mean?

What is the meaning of the word gerecht werden in German? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use gerecht werden in German.

The word gerecht werden in German means meet, be up to, comply with, rise to the occasion. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word gerecht werden

meet

(Anforderungen entsprechen)

Der neue Traktor wird unseren Bedürfnissen auf dem Land nicht gerecht.
The new tractor does not meet the agricultural requirements.

be up to

(gut genug sein)

Ich glaube nicht, dass der neue Praktikant der ihm auferlegten Verantwortung gerecht wird.
I don't think the new trainee is up to the responsibilities he has.

comply with

(für [etw] gut genug sein)

Ich weiß nicht, ob Herr Meier seiner Stelle gerecht ist.
I am not sure if Mr. Meier fulfills his position.

rise to the occasion

(Anforderungen entsprechen)

Wir finden, dass Sie unseren Voraussetzungen gerecht werden.
We think that you fulfill our requirements.

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