Rechtzeitig
Example: Ich komme rechtzeitig zur Schule jeden Tag.
Definition
"Rechtzeitig" means arriving or happening at the appropriate or scheduled time, neither late nor early. For example, in the phrase 'Ich komme rechtzeitig zur Schule jeden Tag,' it indicates coming to school punctually every day.
Etymology
The German word "rechtzeitig" is formed from 'recht,' meaning 'right' or 'correct,' and 'zeitig,' related to 'time.' Together, they convey the idea of 'at the right time.' Did you know? The component 'recht' originally comes from Old High German, emphasizing correctness or justice.
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