German word

Ausblick

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaʊ̯sblɪk/

Meaning

  • masculine nounview

Example

Von hier hat man einen guten Ausblick.

From here, you get a good view.

Illustration for Ausblick (view)

More examples

Das Hotelzimmer bietet einen Ausblick aufs Meer.

The hotel room offers a view of the sea.

Core concept

A wide horizon seen from one place becomes a picture of both distant surroundings and coming developments.

Common phrases

  • einen Ausblick aufs Meer haben

    have a view of the sea

  • einen tollen Ausblick bieten

    offer a great view

  • panoramischer Ausblick

    panoramic view

Similar words

Aussicht: A broad landscape view, especially from an elevated position.
Blick: A short gaze directed at something.
Perspektive: A view of likely future developments and possibilities.

Definition in German

Der Blick von einem Punkt in die Ferne; übertragen die Erwartung, wie sich etwas entwickeln wird.

Word origin

The noun Ausblick developed as a compound of aus, 'out', and Blick, 'look' or 'view', with its concrete meaning extending to prospects.

Usage tips

  • The phrase ein Ausblick auf often introduces what is viewed or expected, with auf followed by an accusative noun phrase.

Other meanings

  • vistanoun
  • outlooknoun

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