Schnappschuss

derNoun

snapshot (photo)

English translations

  1. 01

    snapshot

  2. 02

    shot

Word details

German meaning
Ein Schnappschuss ist eine informelle, spontane Fotografie, oft ohne große Vorbereitung oder Inszenierung.
English meaning
A snapshot is an informal, spontaneous photograph, often without much preparation or staging.
Synonym
Momentaufnahme, Foto, Bild
German example
Ich habe einen Schnappschuss von den spielenden Kindern im Park gemacht.
English example
I took a snapshot of the children playing in the park.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Schnappschuss
Plural Form
die Schnappschüsse

Example sentences with “Schnappschuss”

  1. Ich habe einen Schnappschuss gemacht. (I took a snapshot.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Schnappschuss' the same as 'Momentaufnahme'?

While related, 'Schnappschuss' usually refers to a casual photograph, while 'Momentaufnahme' is often used figuratively.