förderlich

Förderlich is a German adjective meaning beneficial, advantageous, or conducive to a desired outcome. It is used to describe factors, conditions, actions, or environments that contribute positively to goals such as health, learning, or development. For example, a “förderliche Lernumgebung” denotes an environment that supports progress, while “förderlich für die Gesundheit” indicates a benefit to health.

Etymology and usage: The word derives from the verb fördern, meaning to promote or support, with the suffix -lich. Förderlich is typically found in formal, academic, administrative, or policymaking language and is less common in everyday speech than synonyms like vorteilhaft or nützlich. It is commonly used in phrases that assess impact or suitability, such as “förderliche Rahmenbedingungen” (favorable conditions) or “nicht förderlich” (not conducive).

Grammatical notes: As an adjective, förderlich agrees with the noun it modifies and is often paired with the preposition für to indicate the beneficiary or effect, e.g., “förderlich für die Gesundheit” or “förderliche Maßnahmen.” It can be used attributively (“eine förderliche Maßnahme”) or predicatively (“Die Maßnahme ist förderlich”).

Related terms: Synonyms include vorteilhaft, nützlich, and hilfreich, each with subtle nuances. Förderlich emphasizes causal contribution to a desired outcome, whereas vorteilhaft highlights overall advantage, and nützlich stresses usefulness.

See also: fördern (to promote), Förderung (promotion or support). In English, vergleichbare Übersetzungen sind beneficial, advantageous, oder conducive.