ADJECTIVE

zurückgezogen/t͡suˈʁʏkɡəˌt͡soːɡn̩/withdrawn; secluded; reclusive

zurückgezogen is a German adjective that means withdrawn, secluded, or reclusive. It is pronounced /t͡suˈʁʏkɡəˌt͡soːɡn̩/.

Definitions

1.living in seclusion; avoiding social contact(describing a person or life)

a.describing someone who deliberately avoids social interactions

Seit dem Umzug lebt er sehr zurückgezogen und meidet Gesellschaft.—Since moving, he lives very withdrawn and avoids company.

b.describing a lifestyle that is secluded or apart from society

Sie bevorzugt ein zurückgezogenes Leben auf dem Land.—She prefers a secluded life in the countryside.

Frequently asked questions

What does "zurückgezogen" mean in English?
"zurückgezogen" means withdrawn, secluded, or reclusive. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "zurückgezogen"?
"zurückgezogen" is pronounced /t͡suˈʁʏkɡəˌt͡soːɡn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "zurückgezogen"?
"zurückgezogen" is a adjective in German.

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