Die Exposition
Example: Die Exposition im Museum erklärt die Geschichte des Gemäldes.
Definition
"Die Exposition" refers to a public exhibition or display, often organized to present art, objects, or information to an audience. It typically involves a curated arrangement to explain or showcase the subject, as in a museum setting where the history of a painting is explained.
Etymology
The word "die Exposition" comes from the Latin 'expositio,' meaning 'a setting forth' or 'display.' It entered German through French, where 'exposition' similarly means an exhibition. Did you know? The term is related to the English word 'expose,' highlighting the act of showing or displaying something clearly.
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"Die Exposition" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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