gebunden
Translation
bound, tied, committed, obligated
Examples
Ein gebundener Strauß Blumen ist ein schönes Geschenk.
A bound bouquet of flowers is a nice gift.
Das ist ein Fall gebundener Zuständigkeit.
This is a case of restricted competence.
Grammar Patterns
to be bound to ((sth.)) He is bound to his promise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obligated (verpflichtet), tied up (gefesselt); Antonyms: unbound (ungebunden), free (frei)
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'binden' (to bind). The 'ge-' prefix often marks a past participle.
Memory Tips
Visualize a 'bound' manuscript or feeling 'bound' to a contract. It's connected to the English word 'bind'.