adjectiveadverb

fit

Beschreibt eine Person, die gesund ist, genug Kraft hat und sich gut bewegen kann.

Definition & meaning

The word "fit" in German primarily refers to being in good physical or mental condition. It has two main nuances:

Physical Health: It describes a person who is athletic, healthy, and has good stamina. Someone who exercises regularly and feels well is considered "fit".
Competence or Readiness: It can also mean being well-prepared, knowledgeable, or mentally alert in a specific area. For example, if someone has studied a lot for an exam, they might say they are "fit" in that subject. It can also describe feeling rested and energetic (e.g., after a good night's sleep).

Grammar & Word origin

The word is an adjective. It follows standard German declension patterns when used before a noun (e.g., "ein fitter Sportler"), though it is very frequently used predicatively with the verb sein.

Comparative: fitter
Superlative: am fittesten

Origin: This is an anglicism, borrowed directly from the English word "fit." It entered the German language in the 20th century, initially through the context of sports and fitness culture, and later expanded into everyday usage to describe general well-being and capability.