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Güten is a term that can refer to several related uses in German-language contexts. In historical and literary German, güten is an archaic verb meaning to grant, to favor, or to approve something, often appearing in older legal documents or formal diction. The related noun Güte denotes goodness, kindness, or the quality of being favorable, aligning with the sense of benevolence associated with the verb. The adjective gütig means benevolent or kind.

In onomastic and geographical contexts, Güten exists as a surname in German-speaking regions. Like many surnames, it is derived from the same root concept of benevolence or favorable disposition, and appears in historical records from the early modern period. It is relatively uncommon in contemporary usage.

Güten can also occur as a toponym or in place-name formations that are related or derived from the same root, though stand-alone, widely recognized locations bearing the name Güten are not prominent in major reference works. In modern language use, the term is mainly encountered in discussions of German etymology, language history, or in surname studies rather than as a common noun or verb.

See also Güte and gütig for related meanings. This article represents a brief overview; more precise information may be added as reliable sources become available.