verheiratet
Translation
married
Examples
Ich bin seit fünf Jahren verheiratet.
I have been married for five years.
Sie ist mit einem Lehrer verheiratet.
She is married to a teacher.
Grammar Patterns
verheiratet sein to be married I am married.
mit j-m verheiratet sein to be married to sb. She is married to a musician.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wedded; Antonyms: ledig (single), geschieden (divorced)
Etymology
Past participle of 'heiraten' (to marry). The prefix 'ver-' often indicates a change of state.
Memory Tips
Commonly used as an adjective meaning 'married'. Use 'mit' for 'married to someone'.