währte

Währte is a German word that functions as a past tense verb. It is the past tense form of the verb "währen," which means to last, endure, or continue. Therefore, "währte" signifies that something lasted or endured for a certain period of time. For example, "Die Ruhe währte nur kurz" translates to "The peace only lasted for a short time." The word can be used in various contexts to describe the duration of events, situations, or states. It is a relatively common verb in German and is often encountered in literature and everyday speech. The concept it conveys is similar to the English words "lasted," "endured," or "persisted." Understanding "währte" is crucial for comprehending past events and their timelines in the German language. Its usage implies a sense of continuation or duration that has since come to an end. The grammatical function of "währte" places it firmly in the realm of past tense narration.