Zustand

condition

noun TSOO-shtant Less Common

Also means

state

Usage Note

Zustand is the state or condition of a thing, person, or system — in gutem Zustand means 'in good condition'. The plural Zustände often takes on a critical tone, as in unhaltbare Zustände ('untenable conditions'). Don't confuse it with Stand (level, standing).

Examples

"Das Auto ist in gutem Zustand."

Natural Translation

The car is in good condition.

Literal Translation

The car is in good condition.

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