erhaltenen
Translation
received, preserved, extant
Examples
Ich lese den erhaltenen Brief.
I am reading the received letter.
Die erhaltenen Gebäude sind historisch.
The preserved buildings are historical.
Grammar Patterns
((erhaltenen)) ((+ Noun)) used as an adjective before a noun. Ich habe den erhaltenen Brief noch nicht gelesen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bekommen, empfangen, konserviert; Antonyms: verloren, zerstört
Etymology
From the verb 'erhalten' (to receive, preserve), which is 'er-' (prefix indicating completion) + 'halten' (to hold). So, 'held' or 'received'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'holding onto' something you were given. You have 'erhalten' (received) it.