würdig meaning and definition in german
Adjective
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In the formal standard language, würdig is usually construed with a genitive object (eines Familienvaters würdig). However, the dative is often preferred in less formal style (einem Familienvater würdig). Oftentimes, though, the colloquial language will simply avoid this phrasing altogether. - + genitive or dative worthy of Sein Verhalten ist eines Familienvaters nicht würdig. His behaviour is not worthy of a father of a family.
- honourable, dignified Die würdigen Herren betraten den Saal. The honourable gentlemen entered the hall.
