German Conversation · Level 134
29 words
German word
Blickpunkt
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈblɪkˌpʊŋkt/
Meaning
- masculine nounfocus
Example
Die Blickpunkte der Debatte waren sehr unterschiedlich.
The focal points of the debate were very different.
More examples
Als zentraler Blickpunkt fungierte das Porträt in der Mitte des Saals.
The portrait in the center of the hall served as a central focus.
Core concept
One selected point stands out from a wider field, either as the subject being discussed or as the position from which something is viewed.
Common phrases
als zentraler Blickpunkt fungieren
serve as a central focus
verschiedene Blickpunkte abwägen
consider different viewpoints
einen klaren Blickpunkt formulieren
articulate a clear focus
Similar words
Fokus: The person, subject, or issue receiving concentrated attention.
Schwerpunkt: The issue given greatest importance in a discussion or activity.
Standpunkt: A stated opinion or position on a matter.
Blickwinkel: A particular way of viewing or interpreting something.
Definition in German
Der Punkt oder Aspekt, auf den sich die Aufmerksamkeit richtet.
Word origin
The German compound Blickpunkt joins Blick, look or view, with Punkt, point, and developed from the literal notion of a point toward which sight is directed.
Usage tips
- Blickpunkt commonly refers to an aspect of a debate or issue, so it need not describe a physical viewing position.
Other meanings
- center of attentionnoun
- viewpointnoun
Opposites
- Nebensacheside issuenoun
- Unauffälligkeitunobtrusivenessnoun
Related words
- punktuelllocalizedadjective
- punktenscore pointsverb