adjective
equal, having equal rights
B1
Gleichberechtigt: means equal or having equal rights (gender-neutral equal standing). It's an adjective formed from the verb gleichberechtigen (past participle used adjectivally). Not gradable, functions as a participial adjective describing parity in rights or status. No irregular forms; derived from gleichberechtigen.
Examples
Die Gewerkschaft bestand darauf, dass alle Arbeitnehmer gleichberechtigt blieben, obwohl einige Abteilungen mehr Unterstützung verlangten.
The union insisted that all employees remain equal, although some departments demanded more support.
Alle Mitarbeiter sind gleichberechtigt.
All employees have equal rights.
In der modernen Gesellschaft sollten Männer und Frauen gleichberechtigt sein.
In modern society, men and women should have equal rights.
Details
Mnemonics
Imagine a balanced scale with two people on each side labeled 'gleich' — equal rights for both.
Think 'gleich' = 'like' (similar) + 'berechtigt' = 'beright' → both have rights.
Notes
Derived from a participle form of a verb (gleichberechtigen). Used in contexts discussing rights, equality, and non-discrimination. It is typically not used in comparative forms.