erscheinen
appear
The German word 'erscheinen' is used in the same way as the English word 'appear'. It can be used to describe something coming into view or becoming visible. For example, 'Das Schiff erscheint am Horizont' means 'The ship appears on the horizon'. It can also be used to describe something happening or becoming known. For example, 'Ein neues Problem ist erschienen' means 'A new problem has appeared'.
Example sentences using: erscheinen
Das Buch wird im nächsten Jahr erscheinen.
The book will appear next year.
This sentence uses 'erscheinen' to denote the release or publication of a book. It implies that the book will be made available or 'appear' to the public next year.
Warum bist du nicht erschienen?
Why didn't you appear?
In this example, 'erscheinen' is used in a context where someone was expected somewhere, but they didn't show up or 'appear'. This can be used in a casual context, like missing a meeting or an event.
Die Sonne wird morgen erscheinen.
The sun will appear tomorrow.
This use of 'erscheinen' is to depict the rise or 'appearance' of the sun. In this context, it is being used to predict a natural occurrence - the sunrise of the following day.