ab|bilden
Translation
to depict, to portray, to represent, to illustrate
Examples
Es ist schwer, die Realität abzubilden.
It is difficult to depict reality.
Die Aufgabe ist, die Daten grafisch abzubilden.
The task is to represent the data graphically.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to depict/represent sth. The painter depicts the landscape.
Similar Words
Synonyms: darstellen (to represent), wiedergeben (to reproduce), zeigen (to show)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (from) and 'bilden' (to form, create). 'Das Bild' is 'the picture'. So, to create a picture from something.
Memory Tips
Think of creating a 'Bild' (picture) 'ab' (from) reality. A photo, painting, or graph 'abbilden' something.