unbrauchbare
Unbrauchbare is a German adjective meaning not usable or not fit for a particular purpose. It describes objects, systems, or ideas that fail to function properly, are defective, obsolete, or otherwise unsuitable. The term is commonly used in technical, logistical, and everyday contexts to distinguish usable from unusable items or proposals.
Etymology and grammar: Unbrauchbar is formed with the negative prefix un- added to brauchbar (usable). It inflects
Usage and nuance: The term is broad and can describe physical objects that do not work (a
Related terms: antonymous concepts include brauchbar (usable), funktionsfähig (operational), and tauglich (suitable). The noun Unbrauchbarkeit refers
Examples: Die Batterie ist unbrauchbar. Die unbrauchbare Lösung wurde verworfen.