abbilden
depict
Etwas so zeigen, dass es genauso aussieht wie das Original.
The German word "abbilden" is a verb that means "to represent," "to depict," or "to illustrate." It is composed of the prefix "ab," which can mean "off" or "away," and the word "bilden," which means "to form" or "to create." Thus, "abbilden" conveys the concept of creating a visual representation or showing something visually.
Similar words in German include "darstellen" (to present or depict) and "illustreren" (to illustrate).
The difference primarily lies in their usage:
- "Abbilden" is often associated with creating a visual image, such as in photography or art.
- "Darstellen" can be broader, encompassing various forms of presentation, including verbal or performance contexts.
- "Illustreren" specifically refers to the action of making something clearer or more understandable through visuals or examples.
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Examples
Das Bild bildet die Landschaft detailgetreu ab.verb
The picture depicts the landscape in detail.
Fotos können oft nicht alles perfekt abbilden.verb
Photos often cannot perfectly depict everything.
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