German Conversation · Level 99
58 words
German word
gepflegt
Pronunciation
IPA/gəˈpfleːkt/
Meaning
- adjectivewell-groomed
Example
Er sieht immer gepflegt aus.
He always looks well-groomed.
More examples
Sie wirkt bei dem Treffen sehr gepflegt.
She looks very well-groomed at the meeting.
Core concept
A person, room, or object shows the visible result of regular care: neat, clean, and in good condition.
Common phrases
gepflegt aussehen
look well-groomed
gut gepflegt
well-maintained
Similar words
sauber: Clean and free from dirt or dust.
adrett: Looking tidy and presentable, especially in clothing or hairstyle.
elegant: Graceful and polished in a tasteful, sophisticated way.
Definition in German
Bezeichnet ein durch regelmäßige Pflege ordentliches, sauberes Erscheinungsbild.
Word origin
The adjective is the past participle of German pflegen, which developed from Old High German pflegan, meaning to care for or maintain.
Usage tips
- Gepflegt focuses on signs of regular care and neatness, while sauber focuses more directly on the absence of dirt.