to point out / raise one’s hand
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to point out
To make something clear, explain it, or demonstrate it, often by drawing attention to a problem, possibility, or connection.
Der Bericht zeigt die gravierenden Mängel im System schonungslos auf.
The report mercilessly points out the serious flaws in the system.
to raise one's hand
In school or a similar situation, to raise one's hand to signal that one wants to say something.
Wer die Hauptstadt von Australien kennt, soll bitte aufzeigen.
Anyone who knows the capital of Australia, please raise your hand.
'Aufzeigen' (to point out / raise one's hand) is a separable verb. In a main clause, the prefix 'auf' stands at the end. In subordinate clauses and in the infinitive with 'zu', the verb stays together.
Die Studie zeigt neue Lösungswege auf.
The study points out new possible solutions.
The meaning can be recognized from the object. If the verb has an abstract object like 'Möglichkeiten' (possibilities) or 'Fehler' (mistakes), it means 'to demonstrate' or 'to point out'. If it is used without an object in the context of a lesson or meeting, it means 'to raise one's hand'.
Der Lehrer bat die Schüler, bei einer Frage aufzuzeigen.
The teacher asked the students to raise their hands if they had a question.
In the meaning 'to demonstrate' or 'to point out', 'aufzeigen' is often used with abstract nouns. Typical combinations are 'Möglichkeiten aufzeigen' (to point out possibilities), 'Grenzen aufzeigen' (to point out limits), 'Probleme aufzeigen' (to point out problems), or 'Wege aufzeigen' (to point out ways).
In seiner Präsentation zeigte er die Vorteile der neuen Strategie auf.
In his presentation, he pointed out the advantages of the new strategy.
In the meaning 'die Hand heben' (to raise one's hand), 'aufzeigen' is usually used without a direct object. It is a typical instruction or description in a learning situation.
Wenn du etwas sagen möchtest, musst du zuerst aufzeigen.
If you want to say something, you have to raise your hand first.
to point out / indicate
Hinweisen and aufzeigen can both draw attention to a problem or connection. “Hinweisen” usually directs attention to it in a targeted way, while “aufzeigen” tends to explain the matter or make it clear in greater detail. Use “hinweisen” for a brief indication and “aufzeigen” for a more precise presentation.
Der Bericht zeigt die Ursachen des Problems bei der Planung auf.
The report lays out the causes of the planning problem.
Der Bericht weist auf ein Problem bei der Planung hin.
The report points out a problem with the planning.
