die Sichtweite, -n
visibility
Definition & meaning
The term "Sichtweite" refers to the maximum distance at which an object or a light source can be clearly seen and identified by the human eye. It is most commonly used in contexts involving weather conditions, transportation, and navigation.
In meteorology and driving, it describes visibility—how far ahead one can see through obstacles like fog, rain, or snow. In a more general sense, it can also refer to the visual range or line of sight in any given environment.
Grammar & Word origin
The word "Sichtweite" is a feminine noun in German. Its plural form is "Sichtweiten".
It is a compound noun made of two parts:
- Sicht: Derived from the verb sehen (to see), it means "sight" or "view".
- Weite: Derived from the adjective weit (far or wide), it means "distance", "width", or "expanse".
Together, the word literally translates to "sight-distance" or "visual range".
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Wegen des dichten Nebels betrug die Sichtweite kaum fünf Meter.noun
Because of the thick fog, the visibility was barely five meters.
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