Berührte

Berührte is a German word that translates to "touched" in English. It is the past participle of the verb "berühren," which means to touch. The word "berührte" can be used in various contexts, both literally and figuratively.

Literally, "berührte" describes the physical act of touching something. For example, one might say "Er berührte den heißen Topf" which means "He touched the hot pot." This implies a direct physical contact.

Figuratively, "berührte" can describe an emotional impact or influence. If something moves someone deeply, it could be said that it "berührte" them. For instance, "Die Geschichte berührte sie tief" translates to "The story touched her deeply." In this sense, it signifies an emotional resonance rather than physical contact.

The grammatical form of "berührte" is flexible. It can be used as an adjective, as in "eine berührte Person" (a touched person), or as part of a verb tense, such as the past tense: "Sie berührte mich gestern" (She touched me yesterday). The specific meaning is often clarified by the surrounding sentence and the context in which it is used. The word's versatility allows it to convey a range of interactions, from the most basic physical sensations to profound emotional experiences.