Example: You need to see the bigger picture in this problem.
Definition
"To see the bigger picture" means to understand a situation or problem in its entirety, considering all relevant aspects and long-term consequences rather than focusing on isolated details. It encourages broader perspective and deeper insight beyond immediate concerns.
Translations
ver el panorama general
het grotere geheel zien
veure el panorama general
voir la situation dans son ensemble
das große Ganze sehen
Etymology
The phrase "to see the bigger picture" originates from the metaphor of viewing a complete image rather than a small fragment. It evolved in English to describe the act of grasping a wider context or overall situation. Did you know? This expression highlights how stepping back can reveal important connections missed when focusing too closely.
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"To see the bigger picture" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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