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Übersetzung & Definition
to unveil: enthüllen
He unveiled his invention at the conference. Er hat seine Erfindung bei der Konferenz enthüllt.
to veil: verhüllen, verschleiern
The bride's face was veiled on the wedding day. Am Tage der Hochzeit war das Gesicht der Braut verhüllt.
Delavigne's plans for its next perfume are veiled in secrecy. Die Pläne für das nächste Parfüm von Delavigne werden geheimgehalten.
Pronunciation examples
UK: She wears a veil to hide her very big nose.
US: I will unveil my plan tomorrow at the stroke of midnight.
Beispiel
- "Notorious for his astute business sense and suspect business ethics, Mazerati has unveiled plans to triple D&C's profits within 6 years."
- "First of all, it is with great pride that I unveil Delavigne's newest perfume: TigerLily."
- "CEO Bruno Delavigne, along with Chief of Research and Development Horatio Oléré, will unveil a philanthropic initiative of great consequence, to be revealed at the time of press conference (6 PM)."
- "Scientists unveil new deterrent against bird flu"
- "I'm pleased to announce that this Thursday evening at 7pm, we will unveil the first painting in Delavigne Corp's new art collection."
Übung 1
Susie says: "It is with great pride that I unveil Delavigne's newest perfume: TigerLily".
Which of the following sentences correctly employs the word unveil ?
Which of the following sentences correctly employs the word unveil ?
Susie says: "It is with great pride that I unveil Delavigne's newest perfume: TigerLily".
Which of the following sentences correctly employs the word unveil ?
Which of the following sentences correctly employs the word unveil ?
This is the correct use of "unveil". To "unveil" artwork means to "show" or "display" it to the public for the first time. The root of the word "unveil" is "veil", which can be used as both a noun and a verb.
"Unveil" is not synonymous with "double checking" or "verifying". This choice is incorrect.
We cannot use "unveil" in a construction such as this. One cannot "unveil" something from something else. A more appropriate choice for this sentence would be "removed".
Although "to unveil" does carry the sense of "uncovering" or "removing" something, it cannot be used a synonym for "to undress". Unless Philip witnessed Susie literally removing a veil from her face, which is unlikely, this choice is incorrect. Also, "to unveil" is rarely, if ever, used in the reflexive sense.
Übung 2
Fill in the blanks below with the appropriate boating or nautical term.
Terms used in the dialogue.
The front section of a ship or boat is called the . The platform or floor of a ship which extends from one end to the other is called the . This is the surface we walk on while on a ship.
Terms NOT used in the dialogue.
The is a tall vertical pole which rises from a ship, and supports at least one , which is a piece of fabric used to convert wind energy and move the ship.
Terms used in the dialogue.
The front section of a ship or boat is called the . The platform or floor of a ship which extends from one end to the other is called the . This is the surface we walk on while on a ship.
Terms NOT used in the dialogue.
The is a tall vertical pole which rises from a ship, and supports at least one , which is a piece of fabric used to convert wind energy and move the ship.
Fill in the blanks below with the appropriate boating or nautical term.
Terms used in the dialogue.
The front section of a ship or boat is called the bow 1. The platform or floor of a ship which extends from one end to the other is called the deck 2. This is the surface we walk on while on a ship.
Terms NOT used in the dialogue.
The mast 3 is a tall vertical pole which rises from a ship, and supports at least one sail 4, which is a piece of fabric used to convert wind energy and move the ship.
Terms used in the dialogue.
The front section of a ship or boat is called the bow 1. The platform or floor of a ship which extends from one end to the other is called the deck 2. This is the surface we walk on while on a ship.
Terms NOT used in the dialogue.
The mast 3 is a tall vertical pole which rises from a ship, and supports at least one sail 4, which is a piece of fabric used to convert wind energy and move the ship.
1 bow: The nautical term "bow" refers to the front section of a boat, specifically the pointed front end. In the film Titanic, this is where Leo shouts "I'm king of the world!". Note that "bow" has several other meanings both as a noun and a verb.
2 deck: The "deck" of a boat or ship is the surface of the vessel which extends from one end of the ship to the other. The "deck" refers only to the surface on the top level of the boat, and not anything below (such as a galley or cabin) or above (such as a mast or sail). Note that the term "deck" has several other meanings both as a noun and a verb.
3 mast: A "mast" is a tall vertical pole extending from the deck (or below) which is used as a support for the sails of a ship. Larger ships have more than one mast and more than one sail.
4 sail: A "sail" is a sort of sheet made from canvas (and other fabrics) which catches wind and converts energy in order to propel the ship. A "sail boat" is a type of boat propelled by wind and sails, and the verb "to sail" refers to the act of piloting or navigating a boat.
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