perception

• Substantiv, das die Fähigkeit bezeichnet, etwas mit den Sinnen wahrzunehmen, sowie die Art und Weise, wie etwas verstanden, aufgefasst oder interpretiert wird.

A noun referring to the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses, or the way in which something is regarded, understood, or interpreted.

1. Awareness or understandingB2formal

   The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.

   Wahrnehmung

   • His perception of the situation was completely different from mine.
   • The artist has a unique perception of color and light.
   • Our perception of reality is shaped by our experiences.

   Synonymeapprehensionawarenessconsciousnessdiscernmentobservationperceptivenessrecognitionsensationsense

   Antonymeignoranceinattentionunawareness

2. Interpretation or viewpointB2formal

   A way of regarding, understanding, or interpreting something; a mental impression.

   Wahrnehmung

   • Public perception of the company changed after the scandal.
   • There is a growing perception that the economy is improving.
   • Her perception of the problem was influenced by her background.

   Synonymeapprehensionconceptionimpressioninterpretationoutlookperspectiveunderstandingviewpoint

3. Intuitive insightC1formal

   The ability to understand or notice something quickly and intuitively.

   Intuitive Wahrnehmung

   • She has great perception when it comes to reading people's emotions.
   • His perception of the hidden meaning in the poem impressed the critics.
   • The detective's perception helped him solve the case.

   Synonymeacumenawarenessdiscernmentinsightintuitionkeennessperceptivenessunderstanding

   Antonymedullnessignoranceinsensitivityobtusenessunawareness