hin|deuten
Translation
to point to, to indicate, to suggest
Examples
Alle Beweise deuten auf ihn hin.
All the evidence points to him.
Das könnte auf ein Problem hindeuten.
That could indicate a problem.
Grammar Patterns
((auf+4)) to point to sth. All the evidence points to him.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hinweisen (to point out), anzeigen (to indicate)
Etymology
A combination of 'hin' (towards) and 'deuten' (to point, interpret). Literally 'to point towards'.
Memory Tips
Visualize pointing your finger 'hin' (towards) something to 'deuten' (indicate) it.