behindert
Translation
disabled, handicapped, obstructed, hindered
Examples
Er ist körperlich behindert.
He is physically disabled.
Der Verkehr wurde durch einen Unfall behindert.
The traffic was obstructed by an accident.
Grammar Patterns
to be disabled/hindered He is physically disabled.
Similar Words
Synonyms: eingeschränkt, gehandicapt; Antonym: unbehindert
Etymology
The past participle of 'behindern' (to hinder). Derived from 'hinter' (behind), suggesting something holding one back.
Memory Tips
Think of something being 'behind' you, creating a hindrance or obstacle.