German Word · Intermediate
umsehen
to look around
Pronunciation: [ˈʊmˌzeːən]
Meaning
to look around
Example
Langsam durchschritt ich die Reihen der weißen Marmortischchen, nach einem freien Platz mich umsehend.
Slowly I crossed the rows of the white small marble tables, looking around for a free space.
Practice tips
- Practice umsehen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.