begeistert
Translation
enthusiastic, excited, thrilled, delighted
Examples
Ich bin von der Idee begeistert.
I am enthusiastic about the idea.
Das Publikum war total begeistert.
The audience was totally thrilled.
Er erzählte begeistert von seiner Reise.
He talked enthusiastically about his trip.
Grammar Patterns
((von+3)) to be enthusiastic about sth. I am enthusiastic about the idea.
((über+4)) to be thrilled about/with sth. She was thrilled about the gift.
Similar Words
Synonyms: enthusiastisch, euphorisch; Antonyms: gelangweilt, enttäuscht
Etymology
The past participle of 'begeistern' (to inspire enthusiasm). It's derived from 'Geist' (spirit, mind), literally meaning 'to be filled with spirit'.
Memory Tips
The core is 'Geist,' meaning spirit. Think of it as being 'in-spirited' or having your spirits lifted high.