verweisen
refer
Jemandem zeigen oder sagen, wo er etwas finden kann, oder auf etwas aufmerksam machen.
The German word "verweisen" is a verb that means "to refer" or "to direct". It is derived from the prefix "ver" and the verb "weisen," which means "to show" or "to indicate." "Verweisen" can also mean "to expel" in the context of removing someone from a place or position.
Similar words in German include:
- Hinweisen (to point out): Refers to pointing out something or drawing attention to it.
- Empfehlen (to recommend): Suggests making a recommendation rather than simple direction.
- Zitieren (to cite/quote): Involves quoting or referring to a source or person.
Differences:
- Hinweisen is more about highlighting or indicating something specific that needs attention.
- Empfehlen implies a level of suggestion or advice.
- Zitieren involves referencing or quoting text or statements from another source.
Each of these words carries a nuanced context depending on the action and purpose behind the referral or direction, which "verweisen" encompasses more broadly.
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Examples
Der Lehrer wollte auf das Handbuch verweisen.verb
The teacher wanted to refer to the manual.
Der Lehrer verweist auf die Regeln.verb
The teacher refers to the rules.
Im Meeting verweisen viele Kollegen oft auf frühere Diskussionen.verb
In the meeting, many colleagues often refer to earlier discussions.
In der Diskussion wurde mehrfach auf andere Quellen verwiesen.verb
In the discussion, reference was made to other sources several times.
Der Richter verwies die Zeugin auf ihre Aussagepflicht.verb
The judge referred the witness to her duty to testify.
Der Redner verwies in seiner Präsentation mehrfach auf frühere Untersuchungen.verb
The speaker referred several times to earlier studies in his presentation.
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