Beschreiben
Example: Kannst du mir das Bild genau beschreiben?
Definition
"Beschreiben" means to give a detailed account or explanation of something, often using words to convey its characteristics, appearance, or nature. For example, you might describe a picture by explaining its colors, shapes, and overall impression.
Etymology
The German word "beschreiben" comes from the prefix 'be-' combined with 'schreiben,' meaning 'to write.' Originally, it referred to writing something down, but over time it evolved to mean describing or explaining something verbally or in writing. Did you know that this word highlights how describing often involves putting observations into words?
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"Beschreiben" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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