Die Aufsicht
Example: Die Aufsicht im Prüfungsraum sorgt für Ruhe und Ordnung.
Definition
"Die Aufsicht" refers to the supervision or oversight during an event or activity, especially in educational settings. It involves ensuring order and discipline, such as a supervisor in an exam room who maintains quiet and order among participants.
Etymology
The term "die Aufsicht" comes from German, combining 'auf' meaning 'upon' or 'over' and 'sicht' meaning 'sight' or 'view.' Together, it literally means 'over-sight,' reflecting the act of watching over or supervising. Did you know this word paints a clear image of someone keeping watch from above?
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"Die Aufsicht" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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