begabte
Translation
talented, gifted
Examples
Eine begabte Schülerin lernt schnell.
A talented female student learns quickly.
Viele begabte Kinder besuchen diese Schule.
Many talented children attend this school.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) Inflected form for feminine singular nominative/accusative or plural nominative/accusative. Eine begabte Frau.
Similar Words
Synonyms: talentiert, talentvoll; Antonyms: unbegabt, talentlos
Etymology
From the verb 'begaben' (to endow). Prefix 'be-' + noun 'Gabe' (gift, talent). Literally 'endowed with a gift'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'be-GIFT-ed'. The root 'Gabe' means 'gift' or 'talent'.