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erfüllt

fulfil · fulfilling

Es beschreibt einen Zustand, in dem jemand zufrieden, glücklich oder innerlich reich fühlt, weil etwas Gewünschtes oder Wichtiges eingetreten ist.

The German word "erfüllt" is the past participle of the verb "erfüllen", meaning "to fulfill" or "to satisfy".

  • "füllen" means "to fill".
  • With the prefix "er-", it often indicates completing or achieving something.

"erfüllt" as an adjective means "fulfilled", referring to a state of satisfaction or having one's wishes, desires, or duties met.

Similar words include:

  • "befriedigt" (satisfied)
  • "erreicht" (achieved)
  • "vollendet" (completed)

Differences:

  • "Erfüllt" emphasizes the completion or meeting of expectations or conditions.
  • "Befriedigt" focuses more on the feeling of contentment.
  • "Erreicht" highlights the attainment of goals.
  • "Vollendet" stresses the finishing of a task completely.

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Examples

Sein Wunsch wurde endlich erfüllt.adjective

His wish was finally fulfilled.

Sie führt ein erfülltes Leben.adjective

She leads a fulfilling life.

Er blickt zufrieden auf ein erfülltes Berufsleben zurück.adjective

He looks back with satisfaction on a fulfilling professional life.

Nach einem erfüllten Tag schlief sie zufrieden ein.adjective

After a fulfilling day, she fell asleep contentedly.

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