geäußerten

Geäußert is the past participle of the German verb äußern, which translates to "to express" or "to utter." As a past participle, geäußert can function as an adjective or be used in compound verb forms to indicate that something has been expressed, stated, or voiced.

When used as an adjective, geäußert describes something that has been said or made known. For example, "ein geäußerter Wunsch" means "an expressed wish," implying that the wish was previously stated or communicated. Similarly, "eine geäußerte Meinung" refers to "an expressed opinion." The adjective form conveys that the subject of the sentence has undergone the act of expression.

In its verbal function, geäußert is typically part of the perfect tenses (Perfekt) or passive voice (Passiv). For instance, "Er hat seine Bedenken geäußert" translates to "He has expressed his concerns," utilizing the Perfekt tense to indicate a completed action. In passive constructions, such as "Dies wurde von ihm geäußert," it means "This was expressed by him," highlighting that the subject received the action of expression. The term is common in contexts discussing communication, opinions, and intentions.