äußerte

Äußerte is a German word that functions as the past participle of the verb "äußern." "Äußern" generally means to express, state, voice, or utter something. Therefore, "äußerte" typically translates to "expressed," "stated," "voiced," or "uttered" in English, referring to something that was said or communicated in the past.

For example, in a sentence like "Er äußerte seine Bedenken," the word "äußerte" indicates that the subject, "Er" (he), previously expressed his concerns. It signifies the completion of the action of expressing. The word can be used in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal declarations, whenever referring to a past act of communication.

It is important to note that "äußerte" is the simple past tense form for the first and third person singular (ich äußerte, er/sie/es äußerte) and also the past participle used in perfect tenses (e.g., "Er hat seine Meinung geäußert"). The meaning remains consistent, focusing on the past act of expressing oneself. The context of the sentence will clarify the precise nuance of the expression.