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der Weitblick
foresight
The ability to anticipate future developments and plan wisely and long-term.
example
Diese Investition beweist unternehmerischen Weitblick.
This investment demonstrates entrepreneurial foresight.
der Weitblick
foresight / panoramic view
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Usage tips
Compound word
'Weitblick' is made up of 'weit' (far, broad) and 'der Blick' (view/gaze). It literally describes a view into the distance (a vista) and metaphorically the ability to 'look' into the future (foresight).
EXAMPLE
Vom Berggipfel hatten wir einen fantastischen Weitblick.
From the mountain peak, we had a fantastic panoramic view.
Context clue
When the context is landscapes, mountains, or towers, it refers to the view. When the context is people, decisions, or plans, it refers to the ability to think ahead.
EXAMPLE
Genießen Sie den Weitblick von unserer Terrasse.
Enjoy the panoramic view from our terrace.
Typical collocations
In the abstract meaning, 'Weitblick' (foresight) is often used with verbs like 'haben' (to have), 'beweisen' (to prove/demonstrate), or 'zeigen' (to show). Typical adjectives are 'politisch' (political) or 'unternehmerisch' (entrepreneurial).
EXAMPLE
Mit dieser Entscheidung hat die Regierung Weitblick bewiesen.
With this decision, the government has demonstrated foresight.
Typical collocations
In the concrete meaning, 'Weitblick' (panoramic view) is often combined with verbs like 'haben' (to have) or 'genießen' (to enjoy). Typical adjectives are 'herrlich' (magnificent), 'atemberaubend' (breathtaking), or 'einmalig' (unique).
EXAMPLE
Von hier oben hat man einen herrlichen Weitblick über das Tal.
From up here, you have a magnificent panoramic view over the valley.
Compare with
Weitblick vs Übersicht
overview
'die Übersicht' and 'der Weitblick' both describe not just seeing individual details. 'Übersicht' means that you understand a current situation as a whole and keep track of it. 'Weitblick' goes further into the future: you recognize possible developments and plan wisely for the long term. The words can be confused because both are figuratively connected with seeing and understanding. When it is about order in the present moment, 'Übersicht' fits. When it is about wise planning for later, 'Weitblick' fits.
Weitblick
Frau Yilmaz zeigt bei der Planung des Projekts viel Weitblick.
Ms. Yilmaz shows a lot of foresight in planning the project.
Übersicht
Im Büro haben wir vor dem Wochenende die Übersicht über alle Termine behalten.
At the office, we kept track of all the appointments before the weekend.
In real life
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