zurückgegeben

zurückgegeben is a German word that translates to "returned" or "given back" in English. It is the past participle of the verb "zurückgeben," which means to return something to its owner or original place. This word can be used in various contexts, such as returning an item to a store, giving back a borrowed object, or sending something back to its origin.

For example, if someone bought a shirt but it didn't fit, they might say "Das Hemd wurde zurückgegeben" (The shirt was returned). In a more abstract sense, "zurückgegeben" can also refer to the act of returning something that was given to you, like a favor or an opinion. The grammatical form "zurückgegeben" indicates that the action of returning has been completed. It is a common and versatile word in the German language, essential for describing the act of giving something back.