die Momentaufnahme
Translation
snapshot, instantaneous record, spot check
Examples
Das Foto ist eine schöne Momentaufnahme.
The photo is a beautiful snapshot.
Der Bericht gibt nur eine Momentaufnahme der Situation.
The report only gives a snapshot of the situation.
Grammar Patterns
a snapshot of sth. ((et3)) a snapshot of sth. The article is a snapshot of the current situation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schnappschuss, Augenblicksbild; Antonyms: Langzeitstudie (long-term study), Entwicklung (development)
Etymology
Composed of 'Moment' (moment) and 'Aufnahme' (recording, shot). Literally means 'a recording of a moment'.
Memory Tips
Picture taking a shot ('Aufnahme') of a single 'Moment'. This helps remember both the photographic and the situational meaning.