aufgeklärt
enlighten · enlightened
The German word "aufgeklärt" is the past participle of the verb "aufklären", which means "to clarify", "to elucidate", or "to enlighten".
- It is made of the separable prefix "auf" (meaning "up" or "open") and the root verb "klären" (meaning "to clear" or "to clarify").
- As an adjective, "aufgeklärt" can also mean "enlightened" or "aware".
Similar words:
- erklärt (explained)
- geklärt (clarified, resolved)
- aufgeweckt (bright, lively, in terms of mental sharpness)
Differences:
- "aufgeklärt" often emphasizes the process of making something clear or shedding light on it (e.g., solving a mystery or informing someone).
- "erklärt" is more general for explaining something.
- "geklärt" focuses more on something being resolved or settled.
- "aufgeweckt" relates more to personality or intelligence than explanation or clarity.
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Examples
Der Fall wurde endlich aufgeklärt.adjective
Finally, the case was solved.
Die Lehrerin ist sehr aufgeklärt und spricht offen über schwierige Themen.adjective
The teacher is very enlightened and speaks openly about difficult topics.
In unserer Gruppe waren viele Leute aufgeklärt und ließen sich nicht so leicht täuschen.adjective
In our group many people were enlightened and did not let themselves be fooled so easily.
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