noun

der Blick, -e

glance · gaze · view

Es ist das, was man mit den Augen macht, wenn man etwas ansieht.

The German word "Blick" is a noun that means "glance", "look", or "view".

  • It refers to the act or direction of looking or seeing.
  • It can also describe a perspective or glimpse of something (e.g., ein Blick aus dem Fenster – a view out of the window).

Similar words:

  • Anblick (sight, the visual impression of something)
  • Ausblick (outlook, view, prospect)
  • Überblick (overview)
  • Einblick (insight, glimpse)

Differences:

  • "Blick" is a general term for looking or seeing.
  • "Anblick" focuses on the appearance or the impression caused by what is seen.
  • "Ausblick" emphasizes the view towards something distant or future.
  • "Überblick" refers to a comprehensive or summarized view.
  • "Einblick" implies gaining insight or partial understanding, often figurative.

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Examples

Ich werfe einen Blick aus dem Fenster.noun

I take a glance out of the window.

Sein Blick ist sehr konzentriert.noun

His gaze is very focused.

Von hier oben hat man einen tollen Blick auf die Stadt.noun

From up here you have a great view of the city.

Er hat einen schönen Blick auf die Berge.noun

He has a beautiful view of the mountains.

Der Blick auf das Meer gefällt mir.noun

I like the view of the sea.

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