German word

ausgebildet

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaʊ̯sgəˌbɪldət/

Meaning

  • adjectivetrained

Example

Der Techniker ist gut ausgebildet.

The technician is well trained.

Illustration for ausgebildet (trained)

More examples

Er ist als Mechaniker ausgebildet und arbeitet in einer Werkstatt.

He is trained as a mechanic and works in a workshop.

Core concept

A technician whose practical abilities have been shaped through formal training.

Common phrases

  • gut ausgebildet

    well-trained

  • als Mechaniker ausgebildet

    trained as a mechanic

  • technisch ausgebildet

    technically trained

Similar words

qualifiziert: Holding the required credentials to perform a job.
geschult: Trained in specific tasks or procedures through practical instruction.
erfahren: Having developed extensive skill and knowledge through long practice.
kompetent: Able to perform work or tasks effectively and make sound decisions.

Definition in German

Als Ergebnis einer Ausbildung vorhandene fachliche Fertigkeiten oder Qualifikation; gelernt und praktisch geübt.

Word origin

Ausgebildet is the past participle of ausbilden, formed from aus- and bilden, with the sense of bringing abilities to a developed state.

Usage tips

  • Ausgebildet usually refers to professional training, whereas gebildet more often describes broad education or intellectual cultivation.

Other meanings

  • educatedadjective
  • qualifiedadjective

Opposites

  • ungelerntuntrainedadjective
  • unerfahreninexperiencedadjective

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