No. 4,421 in German
hinweist
"Hinweist" is a form of the verb "hinweisen," meaning "points out" or "indicates."
In a sentence
Das Warnschild hinweist auf mögliche Gefahren.
The warning sign indicates potential dangers.
In this sentence, 'hinweist' (indicates) is used as the third-person singular present form of the verb 'hinweisen,' which means 'to indicate' or 'to point to.' Here, it conveys the action of the sign providing information or a caution.
Sie hinweist auf einen Fehler in der Berechnung.
She points out an error in the calculation.
Here, 'hinweist' is used in the same form but in a different context, showing how someone draws attention to something specific—a mistake.
Der Lehrer hinweist auf wichtige Punkte in der Prüfungsvorbereitung.
The teacher points to important aspects in exam preparation.
This sentence demonstrates 'hinweist' in the context of offering advice or guidance, emphasizing certain crucial elements in the preparation process.
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