aufgeregt
excited · excite
Ein Gefühl, bei dem man sehr unruhig ist und das Herz schneller schlägt, zum Beispiel vor einem wichtigen Ereignis.
Definition & meaning
The German adjective aufgeregt has two primary meanings depending on the context:
- Excited / Agitated: This refers to a state of being stirred up, nervous, or tense, often due to anticipation, stress, or an important upcoming event. It can be a positive excitement (e.g., waiting for a present) or a negative state of agitation or anxiety (e.g., before an exam).
- Upset / Disturbed: This refers to someone who is emotionally unsettled, distressed, or angry because of a specific occurrence or conflict.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is an adjective. It can be used predicatively (e.g., "Ich bin aufgeregt") or attributively (e.g., "ein aufgeregtes Kind"). It is the past participle of the verb aufregen .
- Word origin: The word is derived from the prefix auf- (up) and the verb regen (to move/to stir). Literally, it describes someone whose emotions have been "stirred up."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- nervös (nervous)
- gespannt (tense/in suspense)
- erregt (agitated/aroused)
- unruhig (restless)
- aufgewühlt (upset/shaken)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Sie ist wegen der Prüfung sehr aufgeregt.adjective
She is very excited because of the exam.
Maria fühlt sich ganz aufgeregt vor dem Treffen.adjective
Maria feels very excited before the meeting.
Vor dem ersten Schultag waren viele Schüler aufgeregt.adjective
Before the first day of school, many students were excited.
Die kleinen Katzen rennen aufgeregt durch das Wohnzimmer.adjective
The little cats run excitedly through the living room.
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