geehrt
honored · honor
Mit Respekt behandelt oder für etwas Besonderes gelobt.
The German word "geehrt" is the past participle of the verb "ehren", which means "to honor" or "to respect".
- "ehren": to show respect or honor somebody.
"geehrt" is often used in formal contexts, especially in greetings or letters, for example:
- Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren (Dear ladies and gentlemen)
Similar words:
- respektiert (respected)
- anerkannt (acknowledged)
- gewürdigt (appreciated, honored)
Difference:
"Geehrt" specifically carries the connotation of formal honor or respect, often used in addressing or recognizing someone formally, while "respektiert" or "anerkannt" focus more generally on respect or acknowledgment without the formal tone.
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Examples
Er fühlt sich sehr geehrt.adjective
He feels very honored.
Er fühlt sich geehrt.adjective
He feels honored.
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