Gekündigt

Gekündigt is a German word that translates to "terminated" or "canceled" in English. It is most commonly used in the context of contracts, employment, and subscriptions. When a contract is gekündigt, it means that the agreement between the parties has been brought to an end. This can happen for various reasons, such as the expiration of a fixed term, a breach of contract, or a mutual agreement to end the contract.

In the context of employment, if an employee's contract is gekündigt, it means their employment has been terminated. This can be initiated by either the employer or the employee. An employer might terminate an employee's contract due to reasons like redundancy, poor performance, or misconduct. An employee might terminate their contract by giving notice, often referred to as resigning.

Subscriptions, such as for magazines, streaming services, or gym memberships, can also be gekündigt. This means the service will no longer be provided after a certain point, usually at the end of the current billing period, unless specific notice periods are required by the terms of the agreement. The act of kündigen involves formally notifying the other party of the intention to end the contract, often in writing, and adhering to any specified notice periods.