adjectiveadverb
optisch
visual · optical
So, dass man es mit den Augen sehen kann oder wie etwas aussieht.
Definition & meaning
The German adjective optisch translates to "optical" or "visually" in English. It is used in several contexts:
- Relating to vision or light: It describes something that pertains to the sense of sight or the physics of light (e.g., an optical illusion or optical instruments).
- Relating to appearance: It refers to the visual appearance of an object, regardless of its function. For example, if a car is described as optisch einwandfrei, it means it looks perfect from the outside.
- Pertaining to optical storage/media: In the context of technology, it refers to systems like CDs or DVDs that are read by laser light.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: As an adjective, it is declined based on the noun it modifies (e.g., ein optischer Effekt, eine optische Täuschung).
- Word origin: The word is derived from the Ancient Greek optikós (relating to sight), coming from opsis (view/sight). It entered the German language via the Latin opticus.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- visuell (visual)
- optisch wirkend (visually appearing)
- das Auge betreffend (concerning the eye)
- sichtbar (visible)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Der Effekt ist optisch sehr beeindruckend.adverb
The effect is very impressive visually.
Diese Vase hat eine ansprechende optische Wirkung.adjective
This vase has an appealing optical effect.
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