getränkt
Translation
soaked, saturated, drenched, impregnated
Examples
Der Schwamm ist mit Wasser getränkt.
The sponge is soaked with water.
Das Holz war tief mit Öl getränkt.
The wood was deeply impregnated with oil.
Grammar Patterns
to be soaked with ((sth.)) mit Wasser getränkt sein
Similar Words
Synonyms: durchnässt, vollgesogen; Antonyms: trocken
Etymology
The past participle of 'tränken' (to soak), which is derived from 'trinken' (to drink). It means 'made to drink' or soaked.
Memory Tips
Think of 'trinken' (to drink). 'Getränkt' is what happens to something that has been 'given a drink' until it can't hold any more.