ans Licht
Translation
to light, into the open
Examples
Die Wahrheit kam ans Licht.
The truth came to light.
Er brachte die Fakten ans Licht.
He brought the facts to light.
Grammar Patterns
bring ((sth.)) to light to reveal sth. The investigation brought new facts to light.
((sth. Nom.)) comes to light sth. is revealed The truth finally came to light.
Similar Words
öffentlich werden (to become public), aufgedeckt werden (to be uncovered)
Etymology
A contraction of "an das Licht" (to the light). It signifies something emerging from obscurity.
Memory Tips
Picture a hidden object being brought 'to the light' ('ans Licht') for everyone to see.