erschein

Erschein is a German verb that translates to "appear," "emerge," or "be published" in English. It is a common verb used in various contexts to describe the act of something becoming visible or known. For example, one might say "Die Sonne erscheint am Horizont" (The sun appears on the horizon) or "Ein neues Buch erscheint nächste Woche" (A new book is published next week).

The verb "erscheinen" is a strong verb, meaning its past tense and past participle are formed with a vowel change. The simple past is "erschien," and the past participle is "erschienen." Thus, "Die Sonne erschien am Horizont" (The sun appeared on the horizon) and "Ein neues Buch ist erschienen" (A new book has been published).

In a more abstract sense, "erscheinen" can also refer to the manifestation of an idea or a feeling. For instance, "Ein neuer Gedanke erschien ihm" (A new thought occurred to him) or "Die Angst erschien ihm unbegründet" (The fear seemed unfounded to him). This usage highlights the subjective experience of something coming into awareness.

The word's etymology traces back to Old High German "ersceinen," meaning to shine forth or become visible. It is composed of the prefix "er-" which often denotes completion or emergence, and the verb "scheinen," meaning to shine or seem. This origin further emphasizes the core meaning of becoming apparent or visible.