ADJECTIVE
gewachsen/ɡəˈvaksn̩/grown; up to; equal to
gewachsen is a German adjective that means grown, up to, or equal to. It is pronounced /ɡəˈvaksn̩/.
Definitions
1.having reached a certain size or state of growth(grown)
a.grown in the sense of physically increased or reached a mature state
Der Baum ist in den letzten Jahren stark gewachsen.—The tree has grown a lot in recent years.
2.able to cope with or equal to something (used with 'etwas (DAT) gewachsen sein')(capable)
a.capable of meeting a challenge or demand
Er ist den Anforderungen der neuen Position gewachsen.—He is up to the requirements of the new position.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "gewachsen" mean in English?
- "gewachsen" means grown, up to, or equal to. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "gewachsen"?
- "gewachsen" is pronounced /ɡəˈvaksn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "gewachsen"?
- "gewachsen" is a adjective in German.
