adjectiveverb

gepflegt

maintained

The German word "gepflegt" is an adjective meaning "well-groomed," "well-maintained," or "neat." It comes from the verb "pflegen," which means "to care for," "to maintain," or "to nurture."

Similar words:

  • ordentlich (tidy)
  • sauber (clean)
  • herausgeputzt (dressed up, polished)

Differences:
While "ordentlich" and "sauber" focus mainly on order and cleanliness, "gepflegt" emphasizes overall care and maintenance, including appearance or condition. For example, a person or garden can look gepflegt because they are carefully cared for, not just clean or tidy.

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Examples

Das Haus sieht sehr gepflegt aus.adjective

The house looks very well maintained.

Unser Garten ist sehr gepflegt.adjective

Our garden is very well-maintained.

Ihr Auto ist immer so gepflegt.adjective

Your car is always so well-maintained.

Diese Wohnung wird regelmäßig gepflegt.adjective

This apartment is regularly maintained.

Dein Garten sieht gepflegt aus.adjective

Your garden looks well maintained.

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