German word

gehoben

Pronunciation

IPA/gəˈhoːbən/

Meaning

  • adjectiveupscale

Example

Wir haben ein gehobenes Restaurant besucht.

We visited an upscale restaurant.

Illustration for gehoben (upscale)

More examples

Der Vortrag war in gehobenem Ton gehalten.

The lecture was delivered in a refined tone.

Core concept

A polished setting or manner of speaking that rises above ordinary everyday life.

Common phrases

  • gehobene Küche

    upscale cuisine

  • gehobener Ton

    refined tone

  • gehobenes Niveau

    high level

Similar words

elegant: Graceful and tasteful, with a sophisticated and well-balanced appearance.
vornehm: Dignified and proper, reflecting established social status and formal standards.
exklusiv: Intended for a select clientele and offering uncommon access or treatment.
hochwertig: Superior in materials and construction, with a focus on quality and durability.

Definition in German

Beschreibt eine vornehme, kultivierte Ausdrucksweise oder Atmosphäre, die über dem Alltäglichen liegt.

Word origin

Gehoben is the past participle of German heben, 'to lift', and developed the figurative sense of something raised above the ordinary.

Usage tips

  • Gehoben often describes language, style, or atmosphere and does not necessarily mean that something is very expensive.

Other meanings

  • refinedadjective
  • formaladjective
  • loftyadjective

Opposites

  • schlichtplainadjective
  • bodenständigdown-to-earthadjective

Related words

  • Gehobenheitrefinementnoun

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