bestandenem
Translation
passed
Examples
Mit bestandenem Examen fand er schnell einen Job.
With a passed exam, he quickly found a job.
Grammar Patterns
((modifying a dative singular masculine/neuter noun)) passed ~ After his passed driving test, he bought a car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: successful, completed; Antonyms: failed
Etymology
From the verb 'bestehen' (to pass), literally 'to stand through'. It's composed of 'be-' (prefix) and 'stehen' (to stand). The '-em' is a dative case ending.
Memory Tips
Think of 'standing' through a test until the end. If you manage, you have 'bestanden' it (passed it). The '-em' ending is used in the dative case, e.g., after 'mit' (with).