die Ansicht
Translation
opinion, view, point of view, view (picture)
Examples
Meiner Ansicht nach ist das eine gute Idee.
In my opinion, that is a good idea.
Die Ansicht von diesem Berg ist wunderschön.
The view from this mountain is beautiful.
Er ist der Ansicht, dass wir mehr Zeit brauchen.
He is of the opinion that we need more time.
Grammar Patterns
in my opinion meiner Ansicht nach In my opinion, that's a good idea.
to be of the opinion that... der Ansicht sein, dass... He is of the opinion that we need more time.
Similar Words
Meinung (opinion), Standpunkt (standpoint), Blick (view)
Etymology
Composed of 'an-' (at/on) and 'Sicht' (sight). It signifies the way you 'look at' something, hence your 'opinion' or the physical 'view'.
Memory Tips
Think of how you 'look at' (ansehen) an issue to form an 'opinion' (Ansicht). It's your personal 'sight' on the matter.