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moderat
moderate
Moderate, not exaggerated or extreme; lying within a middle, balanced range.
example
Die Preise im Restaurant sind moderat und für jeden erschwinglich.
The prices in the restaurant are moderate and affordable for everyone.
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Meanings
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Usage tips
Use as an adverb
'Moderat' (moderate) can stand not only as an adjective before a noun, but also as an adverb describing a verb. It then means 'in moderation' or 'not excessively.'
EXAMPLE
Die Gebühren wurden nur moderat erhöht.
The fees were increased only moderately.
Context clue
The context makes clear which meaning is intended. If it is about prices, quantities, or developments, 'moderat' (moderate) means something like 'reasonable' or 'moderate.' In politics, it describes a non-extreme, balancing stance.
EXAMPLE
Die Partei verfolgt einen moderaten Kurs der Mitte.
The party pursues a moderate course of the center.
Typical collocations
In its general meaning, 'moderat' (moderate) is often combined with economic terms, for example 'moderate Preise' (moderate prices), 'moderates Wachstum' (moderate growth), or a 'moderater Anstieg' (moderate increase).
EXAMPLE
Das Hotel bietet gute Qualität zu moderaten Preisen.
The hotel offers good quality at moderate prices.
Political context
In a political context, 'moderat' (moderate) describes people, parties, or views that avoid extremes. Typical combinations are 'ein moderater Politiker' (a moderate politician), 'eine moderate Position' (a moderate position), or 'moderate Kräfte' (moderate forces).
EXAMPLE
Innerhalb der Partei gehören sie zum moderaten Flügel.
Within the party, they belong to the moderate wing.
Compare with
moderat vs extrem
extreme
'extrem' and 'moderat' are opposites. 'extrem' means that something is very strong, very far-reaching, or no longer within the normal range. 'moderat' means that something is moderate, balanced, or not exaggerated. 'moderat' is often used with prices, changes, demands, or political positions. If something seems clearly too much or very harsh, 'extrem' fits. If something stays within a reasonable middle range, 'moderat' fits.
moderat
Der Kurs ist beliebt, weil die Kosten moderat bleiben.
The course is popular because the costs remain moderate.
extrem
Heute sind die Preise im Supermarkt extrem hoch.
Today, the prices at the supermarket are extremely high.
In real life
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