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getragen
solemn
Ceremonial, slow, and dignified in manner. Often used for music, a way of speaking, or movements.
example
Die Trauerfeier wurde von getragener Orgelmusik begleitet.
The funeral service was accompanied by solemn organ music.
getragen
solemn / supported / used
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Usage tips
Word structure
'Getragen' is the past participle of the verb 'tragen' (to carry, to wear). All meanings derive from 'tragen': to 'carry' a solemn mood, to be 'getragen' (supported) by an idea, or to have 'getragen' (worn) clothing.
EXAMPLE
Seine Rede war von großem Ernst getragen.
His speech was supported by great seriousness.
Context clue
You can recognize the meaning from the context: If 'getragen' refers to music, a speech, or the atmosphere, it means 'feierlich' (solemn). If the preposition 'von' follows, it means 'unterstützt' (supported). If it describes clothing, it means 'gebraucht' (used).
EXAMPLE
Die Musik war langsam und getragen.
The music was slow and solemn.
Typical collocations
In the meaning of 'feierlich' (solemn), 'getragen' often describes acoustic or atmospheric things. Common combinations are 'getragene Musik' (solemn music), 'getragene Worte' (solemn words), 'eine getragene Stimmung' (a solemn mood), or 'mit getragener Stimme sprechen' (to speak in a solemn voice).
EXAMPLE
Der Priester sprach mit getragener Stimme das Gebet.
The priest said the prayer in a solemn voice.
Fixed preposition
In the meaning of 'unterstützt' (supported), 'getragen' almost always appears in the fixed combination 'getragen von' followed by a noun in the dative. The noun describes the source of the support, e.g., people, ideas, or feelings.
EXAMPLE
Ihre Forschung war von der Hoffnung auf eine Entdeckung getragen.
Her research was supported by the hope of a discovery.
Compare with
getragen vs neu
new
'neu' and 'getragen' form a clear contrast when talking about clothing and shoes. 'neu' means that a piece of clothing has not been used yet, or has hardly been used. 'getragen' here means that someone has already worn it. When buying clothing, this difference is important: new clothing comes straight from the store, while worn clothing is used or secondhand.
getragen
Sofia verkauft ihre getragenen Jacken auf dem Flohmarkt.
Sofia sells her worn jackets at the flea market.
neu
Für die Hochzeit hat Paul ein neues Hemd gekauft.
Paul bought a new shirt for the wedding.
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