bewundern
admire
Jemanden oder etwas sehr toll finden und großen Respekt dafür haben.
The German word "bewundern" is a verb meaning "to admire".
- It is composed of the prefix "be-" and the root "wundern", from "wundern" meaning "to wonder" or "to be amazed".
Similar words:
- "ansehen" (to look at, to admire)
- "schätzen" (to appreciate)
- "honorieren" (to honor)
Differences:
- "Ansehen" focuses more on the act of looking at something with appreciation.
- "Schätzen" emphasizes valuing or appreciating qualities.
- "Bewundern" specifically implies deep admiration or amazement at someone or something.
In summary, "bewundern" expresses a stronger emotional admiration compared to merely looking at or appreciating.
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Examples
Er bewundert das Gemälde.verb
He admires the painting.
Viele Menschen bewundern jedes Jahr Kunstwerke in diesem Museum.verb
Many people admire artworks in this museum every year.
Touristen bewundern die Kunstwerke im Museum.verb
Tourists admire the artworks in the museum.
Viele Besucher bewundern berühmte Skulpturen aus nächster Nähe.verb
Many visitors admire famous sculptures from up close.
Alice bewundert regelmäßig alte Gemälde.verb
Alice regularly admires old paintings.
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