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to exhibit / have
To have or show certain features, qualities, or components. It is a formal expression for 'haben' (to have) or 'besitzen' (to possess).
Das Produkt weist einige Mängel auf.
The product exhibits several defects.
'Aufweisen' (to exhibit / have) is a separable verb. In a main clause, the prefix 'auf' goes at the end. In subordinate clauses and in the infinitive with 'zu', the verb stays together.
Das Dokument weist mehrere Fehler auf.
The document exhibits several errors.
This verb is mainly used in formal, written, or scientific contexts. It is an elevated alternative to 'haben' (to have).
Die Studie weist eine hohe Signifikanz auf.
The study exhibits a high level of significance.
'Aufweisen' (to exhibit / have) is often combined with abstract nouns that describe qualities or features. Typical examples are: 'Mängel aufweisen' (to exhibit defects), 'Merkmale aufweisen' (to have features), 'Ähnlichkeiten aufweisen' (to show similarities), 'eine hohe Qualität aufweisen' (to have high quality).
Beide Texte weisen deutliche Parallelen auf.
Both texts show clear parallels.
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'haben' and 'aufweisen' can both express that a thing has certain features or components. 'haben' is general and fits in almost all normal conversations. 'aufweisen' is more formal and is often used in reports, descriptions, or factual texts. It sounds more natural with results, data, buildings, products, or medical findings. In everyday life, you would be more likely to say: 'Das Zimmer hat große Fenster.' (The room has large windows.) In a report, you might see: 'Das Gebäude weist Schäden auf.' (The building exhibits damage.)
Der Bericht weist mehrere Fehler in den Zahlen auf.
The report exhibits several errors in the figures.
Frau Klein hat im Büro einen sehr hellen Arbeitsplatz.
Ms. Klein has a very bright workspace in the office.