noun
die Absicht, -en
szándék
Ein geplanter Wille oder ein bestimmtes Ziel, das jemand erreichen möchte.
The German word "Absicht" is a feminine noun meaning "intention", "purpose", or "aim".
- It is derived from the word "Sicht" (meaning view or sight). Combined with the prefix "ab-" (which can imply "off" or "away"), "Absicht" originally conveys the idea of directing one’s view or focus toward something deliberately.
Similar words:
- Zweck (purpose, aim)
- Intention (intention)
- Vorhaben (plan, intention)
- Motiv (motive)
Differences:
- Absicht usually emphasizes a conscious decision or deliberate purpose.
- Zweck often refers more to the ultimate goal or function of something.
- Vorhaben tends to mean a plan or project one intends to carry out.
- Motiv focuses on underlying reasons or motives behind actions.
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Examples
Seine Absicht ist schwer zu deuten.noun
Nehéz értelmezni a szándékát.
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