sehen lassen
Translation
to show, to let see, to be presentable, to be impressive
Examples
Lass mal deine neue Uhr sehen.
Let me see your new watch.
Das Ergebnis kann sich sehen lassen.
The result is quite impressive.
Grammar Patterns
sich sehen lassen können to be impressive, to be presentable The new design is quite impressive.
((j-n)) ((et4)) sehen lassen to let sb. see sth. He lets me see his photos.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (sich) präsentieren (to present oneself), (sich) zeigen (to show oneself)
Etymology
A combination of 'sehen' (to see) and 'lassen' (to let/make). Literally 'to let see'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'letting' others 'see' something you have or have done. If it 'can let itself be seen', it's impressive.