No. 14,123 in German
gesittet
Proper; well-behaved; civilized.
In a sentence
Die Kinder benahmen sich während des Besuchs sehr gesittet.
The children behaved very politely during the visit.
Here, 'gesittet' is used to describe polite and well-mannered behavior in a specific social context.
In der Oper herrschte eine gesittete Atmosphäre.
In the opera house, there was a civilized atmosphere.
Here, 'gesittet' refers to the decorum and propriety expected in a formal setting.
Er sprach auf eine gesittete Weise zu seinen Kollegen.
He spoke to his colleagues in a civilized manner.
Here, 'gesittet' is used to describe the composed and respectful manner of addressing others.
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