vorbeigezogen

This is the 15522nd most frequent German word.


vorbeigezogen

"Vorbeigezogen" means "passed by" or "overtaken."


Here, 'vorbeigezogen' describes the action of something (clouds) moving past a point of reference (the sky).

Die Wolken sind schnell am Himmel vorbeigezogen.

The clouds quickly passed by in the sky.


In this example, 'vorbeigezogen' indicates a physical movement of the train past the station.

Der Zug ist leise am Bahnhof vorbeigezogen.

The train quietly passed by the station.


Here, 'vorbeigezogen' is used metaphorically to describe the passing of time.

Die Jahre sind wie im Flug an uns vorbeigezogen.

The years passed us by like in a flash.