Korrektes

korrektes is the neuter singular attributive form of the German adjective korrekt, used before a neuter noun to express that the referred thing is correct or proper. In standard German it appears in phrases such as ein korrektes Ergebnis (a correct result), ein korrektes Verfahren (a proper procedure), or ein korrektes Verhalten (an appropriate behavior). When used with a definite article, the ending changes to das korrekte Ergebnis. The plural forms are korrekte Ergebnisse (bare plural) and die korrekten Ergebnisse (with a definite article).

As a nominalized concept, the adjective can also function as a noun in philosophical or linguistic contexts, where das Korrekte is used to denote the idea of correctness. In such uses, the word is typically capitalized, reflecting its status as a noun rather than a plain adjective.

Etymology and related terms: korrekt derives from the Latin correctus, via French correct and Early Modern German influences. The term is closely connected to related German words such as Korrektur (correction) and Korrektheit (correctness).

Usage notes: korrektes is common in technical, academic, and formal writing, where precision of description matters. Like other attributive adjectives in German, its ending depends on case, number, and the presence or absence of a definite article. In everyday speech, speakers may prefer simpler constructions or synonyms when simplicity is desired.

See also: korrekt, Korrektur, Korrektheit, correctness in other languages.