getragen
Translation
worn, carried, supported, borne
Examples
Dieses Hemd sieht getragen aus.
This shirt looks worn.
Die Kosten werden von der Firma getragen.
The costs are borne by the company.
Er hat die schwere Tasche getragen.
He carried the heavy bag.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) worn ... A frequently worn shirt.
((in passive voice)) to be borne by ... The costs are borne by us.
Similar Words
angezogen (dressed), transportiert (transported)
Etymology
Composed of the past participle prefix ge- + the root trag (from 'tragen') + the strong verb participle ending -en.
Memory Tips
Connect 'tragen' to its two main meanings: carrying a load and wearing clothes. 'Getragen' is the past form for both actions.