bona fide

• Aus dem Lateinischen stammender Begriff, der echt, wahr oder authentisch bedeutet; wird häufig verwendet, um etwas als rechtmäßig oder in gutem Glauben zu beschreiben.

A Latin-derived term meaning genuine, real, or authentic; often used to describe something that is legitimate or in good faith.

1. Genuine or RealB2formal

   In good faith; authentic, without fraud or deception.

   Echt

   • The company is a bona fide leader in renewable energy.
   • She presented a bona fide certificate of authenticity.
   • This is a bona fide offer, not a scam.

2. Legitimate or LegalB2formal

   Recognized as valid, legal, or official.

   Rechtmäßig oder echt

   • He is a bona fide member of the organization.
   • The document is a bona fide contract signed by both parties.
   • Only bona fide residents are eligible for the discount.