versunkenes Auge
sunk eye
The term 'versunkenes Auge' in German is used to describe a sunken eye, which is a condition where the eyes appear to be sunken or hollowed. This can be due to various reasons such as dehydration, weight loss, or certain medical conditions. The term is often used in medical contexts.
Example sentences using: versunkenes Auge
Sie bemerkte sofort sein versunkenes Auge unter seinen dunklen Augenringen.
She immediately noticed his sunken eye under his dark circles.
In this sentence, 'versunkenes Auge' is used to describe someone's physical appearance implying fatigue or illness. Dark circles are usual symptoms of sleep deprivation and the term 'versunkenes Auge' intensifies the effect.
Mit seinem versunkenen Auge, erweckte der alte Mann Mitleid.
With his sunken eye, the old man aroused pity.
This sentence uses 'versunkenes Auge' to evoke a feeling of pity for the old man. The use of this term suggests that the man is not just old but also haggard or unhealthy, prompting feelings of sympathy in the speaker.
Er sah in den Spiegel und konnte kaum sein eigenes versunkenes Auge erkennen.
He looked in the mirror and could hardly recognize his own sunken eye.
Here, the phrase 'versunkenes Auge' illustrates the man's disconnection or surprise at his own reflection. This could be due to a drastic change in physical appearance, possibly from illness, age or fatigue.