zerkratzt
Translation
scratched
Examples
Die alte CD ist leider völlig zerkratzt.
Unfortunately, the old CD is completely scratched.
Er hat einen zerkratzten Holztisch geerbt.
He inherited a scratched wooden table.
Grammar Patterns
((as a predicative adjective)) used with 'sein' (to be). The CD is zerkratzt.
((as an attributive adjective)) used before a noun. a zerkratzter Tisch
Similar Words
Synonyms: beschädigt (damaged), abgenutzt (worn out); Antonyms: makellos (flawless), unversehrt (unscathed).
Etymology
Comes from the prefix 'zer-' (implying destruction or something being done to completion) and 'kratzen' (to scratch).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'zer-' prefix as adding emphasis, like 'scratched all over' or 'scratched to pieces'.