aufgeregt
Translation
excited, nervous, agitated, worked up
Examples
Ich bin so aufgeregt vor der Prüfung.
I am so nervous before the exam.
Die Kinder waren vor Weihnachten sehr aufgeregt.
The children were very excited before Christmas.
Warum bist du so aufgeregt?
Why are you so worked up?
Grammar Patterns
sb. is excited/nervous The child is very excited.
excited/agitated about sth. ((über+4)) He is agitated about the news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nervös (nervous), gespannt (tense); Antonyms: ruhig (calm), gelassen (composed)
Etymology
From 'auf-' (up) and 'regen' (to stir, move). Literally means 'stirred up'.
Memory Tips
Imagine your emotions being 'stirred up' ('aufgeregt'), leading to excitement or nervousness.