Learning language
Translation language
verb · B2 · often · UK/US

rechtfertigen

justify

Meaning of rechtfertigen

to show that something is right or reasonable

Learn rechtfertigen with free cards in 30 seconds.

Check vocabulary level

10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.

Free flashcards·10,000+ words in the database·scheduled reviews
How important is this word
B2often

rechtfertigen fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.

Pronunciation
German/ˈʁɛçtfɛʁtɪɡn̩/
justify
rechtfertigen - justify
free flashcards
Learn for freeLearn 7 words from "Top 2500"
Active review

How many words can you learn in a year?

If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.

ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.

Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.

We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.

How many words you can add to active review
PacePer dayPer yearBest for
Easy3 words≈ 1,100 wordsstarting without pressure
Balanced5 words≈ 1,800 wordssteady growth
Recommended8 words≈ 2,900 wordsaround 3,000 words a year
Fast10 words≈ 3,650 wordsvisible vocabulary growth
Intensive15 words≈ 5,500 wordsstrong motivation

rechtfertigen with English translation

rechtfertigen usage examples

Usage examples will appear here with translation and context.

Learn by topic

rechtfertigen belongs to the topic "Top 2500". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

rechtfertigenjustify
kochencook
sich ändernchange
bindentie
folgenfollow
entfernenremove
sich anfühlenfeel

rechtfertigen synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between rechtfertigen / begründen / verteidigen / legitimieren / entschuldigen / erklären

🇩🇪German
rechtfertigen

justify — to show that something is right or reasonable

B2Often
B
🇩🇪German
begründen

to give reasons or a basis for something; closer to "justify" in the sense of explaining why something is reasonable

B2Very Often

Sie musste ihre Entscheidung vor dem Team begründen.

Ей пришлось обосновать своё решение перед командой.

V
🇩🇪German
verteidigen

to defend or support something, often actively against criticism, not just to explain why it is right

B2Often

Der Anwalt verteidigte die Entscheidung seines Mandanten.

Адвокат защищал решение своего клиента.

L
🇩🇪German
legitimieren

to make something legitimate or lawful; also figuratively, to give an appearance of legitimacy

C1Often

Die Regierung versuchte, die Maßnahme zu legitimieren.

Правительство пыталось легитимировать эту меру.

E
🇩🇪German
entschuldigen

to excuse or forgive someone's behavior, often softening blame; it can also mean to apologize

B1Very Often

Ich kann sein Verhalten nicht entschuldigen.

Я не могу оправдать его поведение.

E
🇩🇪German
erklären

to explain or clarify; broader than "justify" and not necessarily about proving something right

B1Very Often

Sie erklärte den Plan sehr genau.

Она очень точно объяснила план.

B
🇩🇪German
bestätigen

to confirm that something is true or real, but not to prove that it is justified or reasonable

B1Very Often

Der Arzt bestätigte den Termin für morgen.

Врач подтвердил завтрашний приём.

What's the difference

Related words and lists for rechtfertigen

How to pronounce rechtfertigen and what this word means

rechtfertigen translation: justify. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce rechtfertigen

/ˈʁɛçtfɛʁtɪɡn̩/

rechtfertigen translation

justify

rechtfertigen transcription

/ˈʁɛçtfɛʁtɪɡn̩/

How this dictionary entry is reviewed

ZapomniEnglish prepares dictionary data automatically, then the editorial workflow checks high-frequency words, top lists, and pages that already receive search impressions first.

Translation and meaningPronunciation and transcriptionExamples, synonyms, and topics

Questions about this word

rechtfertigen meaning: what does it mean?

zeigen, dass etwas richtig oder vernünftig ist

rechtfertigen pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

rechtfertigen is pronounced as /ˈʁɛçtfɛʁtɪɡn̩/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn rechtfertigen in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.