schnürten

Schnürten is a German word that translates to "laced" or "tied" in English. It is the past tense plural form of the verb schnüren, meaning to lace or tie. This verb is commonly used in relation to shoes, corsets, or any item that is fastened with laces or strings. For example, one might say "Die Schuhe waren geschnürt," meaning "The shoes were laced." Similarly, "Sie schnürten ihre Korsetts" would translate to "They laced their corsets."

The term can also be used figuratively. For instance, "Er schnürte ein Bündnis" means "He forged an alliance," implying a strong and close connection. In a more literal sense, it can refer to the act of tying something very tightly, as in "Die Schnur war fest geschnürt," meaning "The string was tied tightly." The root of the word, "schnur," refers to a string or cord, highlighting the direct connection to the action of lacing or tying. The word is a common part of everyday German vocabulary and is understood in various contexts where fastening or binding is involved.