aufgeweckt
bright · alert
The German word "aufgeweckt" is an adjective meaning "alert," "bright," or "quick-witted."
- It is composed of the prefix "auf" (up) and the verb "wecken" (to wake).
- Literally, it describes someone who has been "woken up," thus mentally alert and attentive.
Similar words:
- lebhaft (lively)
- lebendig (lively, vivid)
- flink (quick, nimble)
Difference:
- "Aufgeweckt" emphasizes mental sharpness and attentiveness.
- "Lebhaft" or "lebendig" focus more on liveliness or energy.
- "Flink" relates to physical quickness rather than mental alertness.
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Examples
Das Kind wirkt sehr aufgeweckt und neugierig.adjective
The child seems very bright and curious.
Unsere neuen Kollegen sind alle sehr aufgeweckt und lernen schnell.adjective
Our new colleagues are all very bright and learn quickly.
Ich arbeite gern mit aufgeweckten Leuten zusammen, weil sie viele Ideen haben.adjective
I like working with bright people because they have many ideas.
Warum wirkt der neue Praktikant heute so aufgeweckt, obwohl er kaum geschlafen hat?Word type unavailable
Why does the new intern seem so alert today, even though he has hardly slept?
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