No. 14,853 in German
ratsam
Advisable or recommended.
In a sentence
Es ist ratsam, vor einer langen Reise genügend Wasser zu trinken.
It is advisable to drink enough water before a long journey.
In this sentence, "ratsam" is used as an adjective to describe an action or decision that is wise or prudent to undertake.
Die Möglichkeit, frühzeitig für die Prüfung zu lernen, ist sehr ratsam.
The option to start preparing for the exam early is very advisable.
Here, "ratsam" serves as a descriptor for a choice or opportunity that is considered beneficial or advised.
In schwierigen Situationen kann es ratsam sein, einen Experten um Rat zu fragen.
In difficult situations, it might be advisable to seek advice from an expert.
Within this usage, "ratsam" qualifies an action as being a recommended course under specific circumstances.
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