die Brille, -n
glasses
Ein Gegenstand mit zwei Gläsern, der auf der Nase getragen wird, um besser sehen zu können.
The German word "Brille" is a noun that means "glasses" or "spectacles". It comes from the French word "brille," which has the same meaning. "Brille" refers specifically to eyewear used for vision correction or protection.
Similar words in German include "Sehhilfe" (vision aid) and "Sonnenbrille" (sunglasses).
The difference lies in specificity: "Brille" typically denotes regular corrective eyewear, while "Sonnenbrille" specifically refers to sunglasses designed to protect the eyes from sunlight. "Sehhilfe" is a broader term that can include various forms of visual assistance beyond just glasses.
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Examples
Sie trägt eine neue Brille.noun
She is wearing new glasses.
Anna hat heute ihre Brille dabei.noun
Anna has her glasses with her today.
Wo ist meine Brille?noun
Where are my glasses?
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