Den Eindruck machen
Example: Die neue Werbung macht den Eindruck, sehr überzeugend zu sein.
Definition
"Den Eindruck machen" means to give an impression or to seem a certain way based on outward appearance or behavior. It is often used when something or someone appears to have a particular quality or effect, as in making the impression of being convincing or trustworthy.
Etymology
The phrase "den Eindruck machen" comes from the German words 'Eindruck,' meaning 'impression,' and 'machen,' meaning 'to make.' It literally translates to 'make the impression.' The idea is to convey how something creates or forms an impression on others, much like leaving a mark or impact. Did you know? The word 'Eindruck' originally referred to the physical act of impressing a pattern or image onto a surface, which metaphorically evolved to mean forming an impression in the mind.
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