Ausgeschüttet

Ausgeschüttet is a German verb meaning "poured out" or "distributed." It is the past participle of the verb ausschütten, which can be used in various contexts.

In a literal sense, ausgeschüttet refers to the action of emptying a container by tilting it. For example, one might say "Die Milch wurde ausgeschüttet" (The milk was poured out). This can imply wastefulness if the pouring out was unintentional or unnecessary.

Beyond the literal meaning, ausgeschüttet can also describe the distribution of something, particularly money or dividends. In a financial context, it signifies that profits or assets have been allocated and paid out to shareholders or beneficiaries. For instance, "Die Gewinne wurden an die Aktionäre ausgeschüttet" (The profits were distributed to the shareholders).

Furthermore, the term can be used metaphorically to express relief or the release of pent-up emotions. If someone has been holding in their feelings, they might finally "sich ausgeschüttet haben," meaning they have poured out their emotions and expressed themselves. This implies a cathartic experience.

The specific meaning of ausgeschüttet is highly dependent on the context in which it is used. It is a versatile word in German that covers a range of actions from simple physical emptying to complex financial distributions and emotional releases.