This is the 2567th most frequent German word.
wurzeln
"To root" or "to take root."
Here, 'verwurzelt' is used metaphorically to emphasize the tree's strong natural establishment in the soil.
Die alte Eiche hat tief in der Erde verwurzelt.
The old oak tree has deeply rooted in the ground.
In this sentence, 'verwurzelt' is used figuratively to describe a long-term settlement and cultural integration in a region.
Die Familie hat sich in dieser Region seit Generationen verwurzelt.
The family has rooted itself in this region for generations.
Here, 'wurzeln' is used in its literal sense, describing the growth of roots in plants.