eingenommen
take
The German word "eingenommen" is the past participle of the verb "einnehmen," which means "to take in," "to consume," or "to occupy." It derives from the prefix "ein-" (in) and the verb "nehmen" (to take). "Eingenommen" can refer to the act of having taken something, such as medicine, or having occupied a space.
Similar words in German include "einnehmen" (to take), "inbesetzen" (to occupy), and "aufnehmen" (to take in).
The difference lies in usage: "einnehmen" can be used in broader contexts like consuming a substance or revenue, while "eingenommen" and "aufnehmen" have specific implications based on the context (consumption vs. occupancy/ejection).
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Examples
Die Soldaten haben die Burg eingenommen.adjective
The soldiers have taken the castle.
Der Feind hat die Festung eingenommen.adjective
The enemy has taken the fortress.
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