gemäßigt
Translation
moderate, temperate, mild
Examples
Deutschland hat ein gemäßigtes Klima.
Germany has a temperate climate.
Er vertritt eine gemäßigte Meinung.
He holds a moderate opinion.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) is moderate/temperate The climate is temperate.
Similar Words
moderat, mild; Antonyms: extrem, radikal
Etymology
Past participle of 'mäßigen' (to moderate), from 'Maß' (measure). It means 'kept within measure'.
Memory Tips
Think of a measuring cup ('Maß'). 'Gemäßigt' describes something that is not extreme, but 'moderate' and balanced.