der Eindruck
impression
The idea, feeling, or effect that a person or thing leaves with someone.
EXAMPLE
Der Bewerber hat beim Gespräch einen sehr positiven Eindruck gemacht.
The applicant made a very positive impression during the interview.
der Eindruck
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Meanings
den Eindruck haben
to have the impression
To have the feeling or suspicion that something is a certain way.
EXAMPLE
Ich habe den Eindruck, dass du mir nicht die ganze Wahrheit sagst.
I have the impression that you're not telling me the whole truth.
der Eindruck
indentation / impression
A mark or depression made by pressure on a surface.
EXAMPLE
Im weichen Sand sah man deutlich den Eindruck seiner Fußspuren.
In the soft sand, the impressions of his footprints were clearly visible.
Usage tips
Word composition
The word consists of 'ein' (in/into) and 'Druck' (pressure). Literally, it describes the 'pressure' that something leaves on a surface (a mark), or metaphorically the effect that a person has on someone else's mind.
EXAMPLE
Der schwere Schrank hat einen tiefen Eindruck im Teppich hinterlassen.
The heavy cabinet left a deep impression in the carpet.
Typical verbs
To express how a person or thing comes across, the verbs 'machen' (to make) or 'hinterlassen' (to leave) are often used. When forming an opinion about something, you 'gewinnt' (gain) or 'bekommt' (get) an impression.
EXAMPLE
Die neue Kollegin hat einen kompetenten Eindruck gemacht.
The new colleague made a competent impression.
Sentence structure with 'auf'
When you want to say on whom a person or thing makes an impression, use the preposition 'auf' (on) with the accusative.
EXAMPLE
Sein Vortrag hat auf die Zuhörer einen großen Eindruck gemacht.
His lecture made a big impression on the audience.
Fixed expression
The phrase 'den Eindruck haben' (to have the impression) is a fixed expression. It is often combined with a 'dass' clause or an infinitive construction with 'zu' to express a suspicion or assumption.
EXAMPLE
Ich habe den Eindruck, dass er müde ist.
I have the impression that he is tired.
Context clue
The literal meaning of a physical mark is usually clear from context. It often appears together with materials or surfaces such as sand, snow, wax, or dough.
EXAMPLE
Man konnte die Eindrücke der Reifen im nassen Schlamm sehen.
You could see the impressions of the tires in the wet mud.
Compare with
BildMeinungWirkungEffektWahrnehmungEinblickAnscheinImpressionAbdruckEmpfindungGesamteindruckAußenwirkung
Eindruck vs Bild
picture / image
An Eindruck is the immediate effect that a person or thing has on someone. A Bild is more the mental picture formed from it and can develop through further experiences. Eindruck fits the initial effect; Bild fits the overall picture that has formed.
Eindruck
Beim ersten Gespräch hatte Lea einen guten Eindruck von ihrem neuen Chef.
During their first conversation, Lea got a good impression of her new boss.
Bild
Nach einem Jahr Zusammenarbeit hat Lea ein klares Bild von ihrem neuen Chef.
After a year of working together, Lea has a clear picture of her new boss.
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