aufgewachsen
Translation
grown up, raised
Examples
Ich bin in Berlin aufgewachsen.
I grew up in Berlin.
Er ist bei seinen Großeltern aufgewachsen.
He was raised by his grandparents.
Grammar Patterns
((in+3)) / ((bei+3)) to grow up (in a place) / (with sb.) She grew up in the countryside.
Similar Words
Synonyms: groß geworden (grown big/tall)
Etymology
From the prefix `auf-` (up) and the verb `wachsen` (to grow). It literally means 'grown up'.
Memory Tips
Think of a plant growing 'up' (`auf`) from the soil. The English phrase 'grow up' is a very close parallel.