verstanden
The German word for the radio communication term 'roger' (meaning received) is verstanden.
Meaning: received (intj)
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to a person named Roger in the accusative case, the form changes to Herrn Roger.
Did you know?
- In casual German conversation, a short, clipped verstanden? with rising intonation is often used as a command to ensure someone is obeying, similar to 'Got it?' or 'Understood?'
- If you use verstanden in a casual conversation rather than over a radio, it can sound accidentally curt or even slightly condescending, almost like saying 'I get it' with a shrug.
- While verstanden means 'understood', German pilots and radio operators often use the English word 'Roger' in international aviation and maritime contexts to avoid confusion.
Examples in context
- Ich kenne Herrn RogerI know Mr. Roger
- Hallo Roger, wie geht es dir?Hello Roger, how are you?
- Verstanden, ich mache mich sofort auf den Weg.Roger, I am heading out immediately.
- Alles klar, verstanden!All right, understood!
- Verstanden, keine Sorge.Roger, no worries.
Example conversation
Julian is giving Julia directions over the phone.
- JulianBieg an der nächsten Ampel rechts ab.Turn right at the next traffic light.
- JuliaVerstanden, Julian.Roger, Julian.
- JulianDann fährst du geradeaus bis zum Park.Then go straight until the park.
- JuliaAlles verstanden, ich bin bald da.Got it all, I'll be there soon.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry verstanden, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
