gemischt
mixed
Made up of different types, varieties, or elements.
EXAMPLE
Zum Nachtisch gab es eine Schale mit gemischtem Obst.
For dessert, there was a bowl of mixed fruit.
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Meanings
gemischt
mixed
Having contradictory feelings or opinions at the same time.
EXAMPLE
Ich sehe dem Umzug mit gemischten Gefühlen entgegen.
I am facing the move with mixed feelings.
gemischt
mixed
Refers to a group of people made up of different genders, age groups, or backgrounds.
EXAMPLE
Die Schulklasse ist gemischt, es gibt Jungen und Mädchen.
The school class is mixed; there are boys and girls.
Usage tips
Participle as adjective
The word 'gemischt' (mixed) is the past participle of the verb 'mischen' (to mix). It is very often used as an adjective to describe the result of a mixing process.
EXAMPLE
Für den Teig werden zuerst die trockenen Zutaten gemischt.
For the dough, the dry ingredients are mixed first.
Typical combinations (food)
In connection with food and drink, 'gemischt' (mixed) is very common. Typical combinations are 'gemischter Salat' (mixed salad), 'gemischtes Eis' (mixed ice cream), or 'gemischtes Hackfleisch' (mixed ground meat).
EXAMPLE
Ich hätte gern eine Kugel Schokolade und eine Kugel Vanille, also gemischtes Eis.
I’d like one scoop of chocolate and one scoop of vanilla, so mixed ice cream.
Fixed expression
The expression 'gemischte Gefühle haben' (to have mixed feelings) is very common. It means that you approach something with joy and worry at the same time, or with both positive and negative thoughts.
EXAMPLE
Vor meiner ersten Reise allein hatte ich gemischte Gefühle.
Before my first trip alone, I had mixed feelings.
Typical combinations (groups)
When it comes to groups of people, 'gemischt' (mixed) often describes a mix of men and women. However, it can also refer to age, background, or abilities.
EXAMPLE
Der Chor ist gemischt, es singen Männer- und Frauenstimmen zusammen.
The choir is mixed; male and female voices sing together.
Compare with
gemischt vs hybrid
hybrid
Both words can describe an event or offering made up of different elements. „hybrid“ specifically refers to combining on-site and online participation, while „gemischt“ generally brings together different elements. Choose „hybrid“ when both modes of participation are important, and „gemischt“ for an unspecified mixture.
gemischt
Das Programm ist gemischt und enthält Vorträge vor Ort sowie Online-Angebote.
The program is mixed and includes on-site talks as well as online offerings.
hybrid
Die Konferenz findet hybrid statt, sodass man vor Ort oder online teilnehmen kann.
The conference is being held in a hybrid format, so people can participate on-site or online.
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