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auflaufgebremst
overrun-brake
The German word "auflaufgebremst" is a compound adjective made from "Auflauf" and "gebremst."
- Auflauf means "congestion" or "traffic jam."
- Gebremst is the past participle of "bremsen," meaning "braked" or "slowed."
So, "auflaufgebremst" describes something "slowed down due to congestion" or "braked because of a buildup," often used in traffic or technical contexts.
Similar words:
- "staubedingt" (caused by a traffic jam)
- "verkehrsbedingt" (caused by traffic)
Difference:
While "staubedingt" and "verkehrsbedingt" describe causes related to traffic jams or congestion, "auflaufgebremst" emphasizes the effect—being slowed or braked specifically due to such buildup.
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Examples
Der Anhänger ist auflaufgebremst.adjective
The trailer is overrun-braked.
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