Rechtzeitig
Example: Wir müssen rechtzeitig am Bahnhof sein, um den Zug zu erwischen.
Definition
"Rechtzeitig" describes doing something at the appropriate or correct time, often early enough to avoid being late or missing an event. For example, arriving "rechtzeitig" at the station means getting there in good time to catch the train without rushing.
Etymology
The word "rechtzeitig" comes from German, combining "recht" meaning 'right' or 'correct' and "zeitig" relating to time. Together, it literally means 'at the right time.' Did you know that "recht" can also imply fairness or justice, but in "rechtzeitig" it firmly points to timeliness?
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"Rechtzeitig" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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