neugegründet

Neugegründet is a German adjective meaning newly established or recently founded. It is used to describe organizations, companies, projects, or associations that have been created only recently.

It is formed from the adjective neu and the past participle gegründet of gründen. In contemporary German, neugegründet is commonly written as one word when it directly precedes a noun (attributive usage), for example: eine neugegründete Firma, ein neugegründeter Verein. In predicate position, most speakers prefer the two-word phrase neu gegründet (Das Unternehmen ist neu gegründet). The closed form appears frequently in headlines, brochures, and branding.

Nuance and usage: The term signals a short history and ongoing development. It can convey potential and energy as well as risk due to limited experience or established reputation. Depending on context, neugegründet may imply optimism about the venture or simply factual status.

Related terms include neu gegründet, frisch gegründet, or Start-up in business language. In institutional contexts, neugegründet contrasts with etabliert (established) or langjährig (long-standing).