German word

Zustand

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtsuːʃtant/

Meaning

  • masculine nounstate

Example

In diesem Zustand kann ich nicht arbeiten.

I can't work in this state.

Illustration for Zustand (state)

More examples

Die gebrauchte Lampe ist noch in gutem Zustand.

The used lamp is still in good condition.

Core concept

A snapshot of how a person or thing is holding together at a particular moment.

Common phrases

  • in gutem Zustand

    in good condition

  • in schlechtem Zustand

    in poor condition

  • den Zustand verbessern

    improve the condition

Similar words

Befinden: A person's physical or emotional condition at a particular time.
Verfassung: A person's physical or mental condition, especially their overall wellbeing.
Beschaffenheit: The properties, construction, or surface quality of a thing.
Status: An official or social position or condition.

Definition in German

Die Art, wie etwas oder jemand zu einem bestimmten Zeitpunkt ist.

Word origin

Zustand developed from the German elements zu and Stand, originally referring to a position or way of standing and later to a condition or state.

Usage tips

  • Zustand is masculine, and its plural is Zustände with an umlaut.

Other meanings

  • conditionnoun
  • situationnoun

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