schweift

schweift

"Wanders" or "strays."

Here, 'schweift' is used to describe wandering or moving loosely and passively, as a gaze or look does over a landscape.

Sein Blick schweift über das Tal.

His gaze roams over the valley.

In this context, 'schweift' refers to the act of digressing or deviating from the main topic during a conversation or discussion.

Während der Diskussion schweift sie oft vom Thema ab.

During the discussion, she often strays from the topic.

Here, 'schweift' indicates a shift in focus or direction, directing to a deviation from a main narrative or theme into something different such as philosophical contemplation.

Der Autor schweift in seinem Buch in philosophische Gedanken ab.

The author diverges into philosophical thoughts in his book.