No. 2,985 in German
aufsicht
Supervision or oversight.
In a sentence
Die Aufsicht im Museum sorgt für die Sicherheit der Besucher.
The supervision in the museum ensures the safety of the visitors.
In this sentence, 'Aufsicht' refers to the oversight or supervision provided by the staff or organization to ensure order and safety.
Der Lehrer übernimmt die Aufsicht in der Pause.
The teacher takes over the supervision during the break.
Here, 'Aufsicht' designates the responsibility or act of overseeing during the specified time or activity, namely the break.
Die Eltern überließen ihre Kinder der Aufsicht der Babysitterin.
The parents entrusted their children to the babysitter's supervision.
In this usage, 'Aufsicht' characterizes the responsibility or care provided by a person in charge of overseeing or taking care of someone.
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