zuverlässige

zuverlässige is a German adjective meaning reliable, dependable, or trustworthy. It is the feminine singular or plural form of the adjective zuverlässig. When used in a sentence, it modifies a feminine noun or multiple nouns. For example, "eine zuverlässige Mitarbeiterin" translates to "a reliable employee" (female), and "zuverlässige Ergebnisse" means "reliable results."

The concept of "zuverlässige" extends to various contexts, including personal relationships, professional performance, and technical systems. In personal interactions, someone described as "zuverlässige" is someone you can count on to keep their promises and act with integrity. In a professional setting, it denotes competence, punctuality, and consistent quality of work. For machinery or technology, "zuverlässige" indicates that it functions as expected without frequent failures or errors.

The etymology of "zuverlässig" can be traced back to the Middle High German word "zuoversichtlîch," meaning having trust or confidence. The prefix "zuo" signifies "to" or "towards," and "versicht" relates to "sight" or "view," implying a forward-looking trust or foresight. Therefore, "zuverlässig" fundamentally means having a secure or confident outlook towards something or someone. The adjective is a common term in German, reflecting the cultural value placed on dependability.