weggenommen

This is the 15572nd most frequent German word.


weggenommen

"Taken away."


In this sentence, 'weggenommen' is used to describe the action of taking something away from someone else. It suggests the idea of removing or depriving.

Er hat mir das Buch weggenommen.

He took the book away from me.


Here, 'weggenommen' is in the passive voice, indicating an action of removal experienced by the subject.

Das Spielzeug wurde dem Kind weggenommen.

The toy was taken away from the child.


In this case, 'weggenommen' metaphorically refers to taking away a non-physical thing, showcasing the figurative usage of the word.

Sie hätte ihm die Möglichkeit weggenommen, zu sprechen.

She might have taken away his opportunity to speak.