This is the 4278th most frequent German word.
eingeschlagen
"Eingeschlagen" means "struck," "embedded," or "taken (a direction or path)," depending on context.
Here, 'eingeschlagen' indicates the act of hammering something into a surface, showing physical involvement and precision.
Er hat den Nagel fest in das Holz eingeschlagen.
He firmly hammered the nail into the wood.
Here, 'eingeschlagen' describes a sudden impact or hitting action, emphasizing the result of an occurrence, specifically lightning hitting an object.
Der Blitz hat in den Baum eingeschlagen.
The lightning struck the tree.
In this context, 'eingeschlagen' metaphorically means to have a significant or striking effect, showcasing the reception of an idea or action.