die Aussicht, -en
view
Das ist das, was man sehen kann, wenn man aus dem Fenster oder von einem hohen Ort schaut.
The German word "Aussicht" is a noun meaning "view" or "prospect".
- It is made up of "Aus" (out) and "sicht" (sight, view).
- So, literally, it means "sight/outlook looking out".
Similar words:
- Blick (glance, look, view)
- Perspektive (perspective, prospect)
- Ausblick (view, outlook)
Difference:
- Aussicht often refers to a more general or distant view or a prospect of success (e.g. future chances).
- Blick is more immediate or specific, like looking at something briefly.
- Ausblick typically emphasizes a scenic or panoramic view, often from a particular vantage point.
- Perspektive is more abstract, referring to outlook or position from which something is considered.
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Examples
Von hier hat man eine schöne Aussicht auf die Berge.noun
From here you have a beautiful view of the mountains.
Die Aussicht auf die Berge ist atemberaubend.noun
The view of the mountains is breathtaking.
Eine atemberaubende Aussicht eröffnet sich vom Turm.noun
A breathtaking view opens up from the tower.
Von diesem Turm ist die Aussicht beeindruckend.noun
From this tower, the view is impressive.
Von hier ist die Aussicht sehr beeindruckend.noun
From here the view is very impressive.
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