No. 1,573 in German
herrschte
"Herrschte" means "prevailed" or "ruled" in English.
In a sentence
In der Stadt herrschte eine feierliche Atmosphäre während des Festivals.
In the city, there was a festive atmosphere during the festival.
Usage 1: "herrschte" refers to the prevailing or dominant state of an atmosphere in a location.
Im Mittelalter herrschte König Friedrich über dieses Land.
In the Middle Ages, King Friedrich ruled over this land.
Usage 2: "herrschte" signifies exercising governance or control, usually in a historical or political context.
Bei der Besprechung herrschte ein reger Austausch von Ideen.
During the meeting, there was a lively exchange of ideas.
Usage 3: "herrschte" describes the prevailing activity or mood in a dynamic group interaction.
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