Erschlagen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Erschlagen" is mainly used as verb meaning "to slay", "to strike dead" or "to beat to death". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "erschlagen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: erschlagen
  • Simple past: erschlug
  • Participle: erschlagen

See full conjugation of erschlagen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Properties as Adjective

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Meanings of "erschlagen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To kill with a strong blow"

"Erschlagen", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Ritter hat den Drachen erschlagen.The knight slew the dragon.
  2. Er wurde im Kampf erschlagen.He was slain in battle.
  3. Der Baum fiel und erschlug den Wanderer.The tree fell and struck the hiker dead.

2.) "To feel extremely exhausted"

"Erschlagen", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Nach dem langen Tag fühlte er sich erschlagen.After the long day, he felt exhausted.
  2. Sie war von der Arbeit völlig erschlagen.She was completely worn out by the work.
  3. Ich bin nach dem Marathon erschlagen.I am exhausted after the marathon.
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