ein|zusehen
Translation
to inspect, to view, to realize, to understand
Examples
Ich möchte die Akten einsehen.
I would like to inspect the files.
Er musste seinen Fehler einsehen.
He had to realize his mistake.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to inspect, view (sth.) The lawyer wants to inspect the documents.
((sth.)) to realize, understand (sth.) She doesn't want to admit her mistake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to inspect, to check (view); to realize, to grasp (understand)
Etymology
From 'ein-' (in, into) + 'sehen' (to see). Literally 'to see into'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'seeing into' a file to inspect it, or 'seeing into' a problem to understand it.