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gemacht
artificial
Seeming artificial, affected, or not genuine.
example
Sein Lächeln wirkte gemacht und erreichte seine Augen nicht.
His smile seemed artificial and did not reach his eyes.
gemacht
made
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Usage tips
Word structure
'Gemacht' (made) is the past participle of the verb 'machen' (to make/do). It is often used as an adjective to describe the result or manner of an action.
EXAMPLE
Diese Suppe ist wie selbst gemacht!
This soup is like homemade!
Negative meaning
In this meaning, 'gemacht' (artificial) has a negative connotation and describes something as artificial or not genuine. It is often used for behavior or emotions that do not seem authentic.
EXAMPLE
Ihre Freundlichkeit wirkte aufgesetzt und gemacht.
Her friendliness seemed affected and artificial.
Fixed expression
The idiom 'ein gemachter Mann' (a made man) or 'eine gemachte Frau' (a made woman) is a fixed expression. It describes a person who is so financially successful that they are provided for for the rest of their life.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Lottogewinn war sie eine gemachte Frau.
After winning the lottery, she was a made woman.
Use with an adverb
In combination with an adverb, 'gemacht' (made) describes the quality or manner of execution. Typical patterns are 'gut gemacht' (well done/well made), 'schlecht gemacht' (badly done/badly made), or 'professionell gemacht' (professionally done/made).
EXAMPLE
Die Präsentation war sehr professionell gemacht.
The presentation was done very professionally.
Compare with
gemacht vs natürlich
natural / of course
'natürlich' and 'gemacht' describe a clear contrast here in appearance or behavior. 'Natürlich' means that someone seems genuine, relaxed, and unaffected. 'Gemacht' means that something seems artificial, affected, or not genuine. You use 'natürlich', for example, for a person who behaves normally and honestly. 'Gemacht' is more suitable when a smile, a voice, or a friendly manner does not seem genuine.
gemacht
Sein Lächeln wirkte am Telefon etwas gemacht.
His smile seemed a bit fake over the phone.
natürlich
Im Gespräch mit den Kunden bleibt Maria freundlich und natürlich.
When talking with customers, Maria remains friendly and natural.
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