einbilden
imagine
The German word "einbilden" is a verb that translates to "to imagine" or "to fancy". It is comprised of the prefix "ein" and the verb "bilden", where "bilden" means "to form" or "to create". "Einbilden" is typically used in the context of having a false or exaggerated belief about something, often related to one’s self-perception or capabilities.
Similar words in German include "vorstellen" (to imagine) and "phantasieren" (to fantasize).
Difference:
While "einbilden" implies a sense of delusion or false belief, "vorstellen" and "phantasieren" do not inherently carry this connotation; they may refer simply to the act of imagining or being creative without suggesting a misunderstanding of reality.
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Examples
Meine kleine Schwester bildet sich ständig ein, dass sie eine berühmte Prinzessin wäre.verb
My little sister constantly imagines that she is a famous princess.
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