A word borrowed from English that means 'erweitert' (extended), 'verlängert' (lengthened), or 'umfassender' (more comprehensive). It is often used in product names or technical contexts.
example
Auf der Blu-ray befindet sich die „Extended Version“ des Films mit zusätzlichen Szenen.
The Blu-ray contains the 'Extended Version' of the film with additional scenes.
Usage tips
Use as an Anglicism
'Extended' is an English loanword (Anglicism). It is mainly used in marketing, media, and technology to describe an expanded or more comprehensive version of a product.
EXAMPLE
Die Software gibt es auch in einer Extended Edition mit mehr Funktionen.
The software is also available in an Extended Edition with more features.
Grammatical use
The word is usually used as part of a fixed term (e.g., 'Extended Version') or after the noun. Declining it before the noun (e.g., 'die extendede Version') is uncommon and sounds unnatural to many people.
EXAMPLE
Der Hersteller bietet für dieses Modell einen „extended support“ an.
The manufacturer offers 'extended support' for this model.
Typical collocations
You often find this word in fixed combinations such as 'Extended Version', 'Extended Cut' (for films), or 'Extended Support' (for software).
EXAMPLE
Der „Extended Cut“ des Films ist zwanzig Minuten länger als die Kinofassung.
The 'Extended Cut' of the film is twenty minutes longer than the theatrical version.
Compare with
near_synonym
extended vs umfangreich
extensive / corpulent
'umfangreich' and 'extended' can both express that something is larger, longer, or more comprehensive than normal. 'umfangreich' is a normal German word and works well with reports, information, tasks, or investigations. 'extended' is an English loanword and sounds more technical, modern, or like part of a product name. In everyday language, 'umfangreich' is usually more natural. 'extended' is used more when that is the official term, for example with a version, warranty, or feature.
extended
Die App bietet in der Extended-Version zusätzliche Funktionen für Profis.
The app offers additional features for professionals in the Extended version.
umfangreich
Für die Prüfung hat Lena eine umfangreiche Liste mit wichtigen Wörtern bekommen.
For the exam, Lena received an extensive list of important words.