anteilmäßige

"Anteilmäßige" is a German adjective that translates to "proportional," "in proportion," or "ratable" in English. It describes a situation where something is divided or allocated according to a specific ratio or share. This concept is frequently encountered in legal, financial, and everyday contexts.

In legal matters, "anteilmäßige" is often used when discussing inheritance or the distribution of assets. For example, heirs might receive an "anteilmäßige" portion of an estate, meaning their share is determined by their relationship to the deceased and the terms of the will or law. Similarly, in contract law, obligations or liabilities can be divided "anteilmäßig" among parties.

Financially, "anteilmäßige" is relevant in contexts like dividend payments or the allocation of costs. Shareholders receive "anteilmäßige" dividends based on the number of shares they own. When costs are shared among multiple parties, each might bear an "anteilmäßige" responsibility according to a pre-agreed distribution.

Beyond formal settings, the term can describe any fair or proportionate division. For instance, if a group of friends shares the cost of a meal, each person pays an "anteilmäßige" amount, reflecting their individual consumption or an equal split. The core idea is that the division reflects a specific, justifiable basis, avoiding arbitrary or unequal distribution where proportionality is expected or required.