ausgewogen
Translation
balanced, well-balanced
Examples
Eine ausgewogene Ernährung ist sehr wichtig.
A balanced diet is very important.
Sein Urteil war fair und ausgewogen.
His judgment was fair and balanced.
Grammar Patterns
a balanced ((noun)) A balanced diet is important.
((sth.)) is balanced His judgment was balanced.
Similar Words
Synonyms: harmonisch (harmonious), gleichmäßig (even); Antonyms: unausgewogen (unbalanced), einseitig (one-sided)
Etymology
Comes from 'aus-' (fully) and 'gewogen' (weighed), the past participle of 'wiegen' (to weigh). The idea is that something has been 'fully weighed out' to ensure it's balanced.
Memory Tips
Imagine using a scale ('die Waage') to weigh ingredients. 'Ausgewogen' is when you've perfectly balanced everything. This applies to food, arguments, and more.