Systemrelevant

/zʏsˈteːmʁeˌlɛvant/
essential to the functioning of a system

Banken sind systemrelevant.

Banks are essential to the system.


formal

Describing an entity, service, or institution whose failure would have severe consequences for the functioning of a larger system (e.g., economy, infrastructure, healthcare).

Die Energieversorgung ist systemrelevant.

Energy supply is essential to the system.

Often used in economic, political, or infrastructural contexts to highlight critical importance.

Collocations

systemrelevante Branchesystemically important sectorsystemrelevante Infrastrukturcritical infrastructure

Pro Tip

Context Matters

Use 'systemrelevant' for formal discussions about critical systems, not everyday objects.

Word Origin

From 'System' (system) + 'relevant' (relevant). Coined in German to describe entities whose failure would disrupt broader systems.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in discussions about economic policy, public health, and infrastructure. Avoid overuse in casual contexts.

Word Breakdown

System
system
root
+
relevant
important
root
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