Achtplatziert
Translation
eighth-placed, finishing eighth
Examples
Der achtplatzierte Läufer war enttäuscht.
The eighth-placed runner was disappointed.
Grammar Patterns
as an adjective before a noun The eighth-placed athlete received a certificate.
Similar Words
Siebtplatziert (seventh-placed), Neuntplatziert (ninth-placed)
Etymology
Composed of 'Acht' (eight) and 'platziert' (placed), the past participle of 'platzieren' (to place).
Memory Tips
Think of a competition where someone is 'placed' in 'eighth' position. It's a very direct compound word.