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Describes that an event, situation, or person has been presented or narrated in a detailed and vivid way.
Die im Roman geschilderten Ereignisse basieren auf einer wahren Begebenheit.
The events described in the novel are based on a true story.
'Geschildert' is the past participle of the verb 'schildern' (to describe vividly). It is very often used like an adjective to describe a noun.
Die vom Zeugen geschilderte Situation war sehr dramatisch.
The situation described by the witness was very dramatic.
The source of the description is often added with a preposition such as 'von' (by/from) or 'in' (in). This shows who described something or where the description can be found.
Die von der Autorin geschilderten Charaktere sind sehr lebendig.
The characters described by the author are very vivid.
The word 'geschildert' belongs to an elevated, rather written style. It often sounds more formal or literary than 'beschrieben' (described) or 'erzählt' (told).
Die geschilderten Eindrücke seiner Reise waren faszinierend.
The impressions described from his journey were fascinating.
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Both words can refer to the content of a written-on surface. „Beschrieben“ emphasizes that text appears on it, while „geschildert“ refers to a detailed and vivid presentation of an event or situation. Use „beschrieben“ for writing that is present and „geschildert“ for a vivid account.
Auf der Rückseite wird der Unfall ausführlich und anschaulich geschildert.
The accident is described in detail and vividly on the back.
Die Vorderseite des Blattes ist mit den wichtigsten Daten beschrieben.
The front of the sheet has the most important data written on it.
