offenbaren
reveal
Etwas zeigen oder mitteilen, das vorher verborgen oder unbekannt war.
The German word "offenbaren" is a verb that means "to reveal" or "to disclose". It is derived from the adjective "offen" which means "open". "Offenbaren" can also mean "to unveil" or "to make known". Similar words in German include "enthüllen" (to unveil), "bekanntgeben" (to announce), and "offenlegen" (to disclose).
Difference between similar words:
- "Enthüllen" typically suggests uncovering something that was hidden.
- "Bekanntgeben" is more about formally making something known, often through official channels.
- "Offenlegen" usually refers to laying something open for examination, often in a transparent or detailed way.
"Offenbaren" generally carries a broader sense of revealing important or significant information that was previously unknown.
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Examples
Ich werde dir meine Gedanken offenbaren.verb
I will reveal my thoughts to you.
Die Wahrheit offenbart sich oft unerwartet.verb
The truth often reveals itself unexpectedly.
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