um|schauen, sich
Translation
to look around, to browse, to look for
Examples
Ich schaue mich nur um.
I'm just looking around.
Sie schaut sich nach einem neuen Job um.
She is looking for a new job.
Grammar Patterns
sich umschauen to look around I'm just looking around.
sich ((nach+3)) umschauen to look for ((sth.)) She is looking for a new job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sich umsehen, sich umblicken
Etymology
From the prefix um- (around) and schauen (to look). Literally 'to look around'.
Memory Tips
Picture turning your head 'around' (um) to 'look' (schauen) at your surroundings.