This is the 2787th most frequent German word.
packen
"Packen" means "to pack" or "to grasp" in English.
The word 'packe' is used to mean 'to pack,' referring to organizing and storing items for travel.
Ich packe meine Sachen für die Reise.
I am packing my things for the trip.
The word 'gepackt' metaphorically means 'captivated' or 'grabbed,' describing a strong emotional or mental engagement.
Das Spiel war so spannend, es hat mich total gepackt.
The game was so exciting, it totally grabbed me.
The word 'packen' here means 'to catch' or 'to seize,' referring to physically capturing someone or something.