adjectiveverb

begeistert

enthusiastic · excited

Man fühlt sich sehr froh und voller Energie, weil etwas besonders schön oder spannend ist.

The German word "begeistert" is an adjective that means "enthusiastic" or "excited". It comes from the verb "begeistern," which means "to inspire" or "to delight." When someone is described as "begeistert," it indicates that they are filled with enthusiasm or passion about something.

Similar words in German include "enthusiastisch" (enthusiastic), "aufgeregt" (excited), and "entzückt" (delighted).

The difference between "begeistert" and these similar words may be nuanced in context. For example, "enthusiastisch" may denote a more active and intense form of enthusiasm, "aufgeregt" often relates more to excitement that might be associated with nervousness, while "entzückt" suggests a state of being charmed or thrilled, possibly slightly removed from active enthusiasm.

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Examples

Sie ist begeistert von dem Film.adjective

She is enthusiastic about the movie.

Die Kinder sind begeistert von dem neuen Spielplatz.adjective

The children are excited about the new playground.

Er ist begeistert von der neuen Ausstellung.adjective

He is enthusiastic about the new exhibition.

Sie reagiert begeistert auf die Neuigkeiten.adjective

She reacts enthusiastically to the news.

Wir sind sehr begeistert.adjective

We are very enthusiastic.

Viele Leute reagieren begeistert auf das neue Konzert.adjective

Many people react enthusiastically to the new concert.

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