Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige
Selective perception leads to the fact that important
직역: The selective perception leads thereto, that important
Use this phrase to explain overlooked facts as a natural psychological filter rather than a personal failing.
15초 만에
- Our brains filter out information that doesn't fit our expectations.
- Used to explain why crucial details are often overlooked in debates.
- A sophisticated C1-level sentence starter for analytical discussions.
뜻
This phrase explains how our brains act like a filter, causing us to miss crucial details because we only focus on what we expect or want to see.
주요 예문
3 / 6In a business strategy meeting
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Markttrends oft völlig ignoriert werden.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important market trends are often completely ignored.
Discussing a misunderstanding with a partner
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Bedürfnisse des anderen untergehen.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important needs of the other person get lost.
Talking about news and social media
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Gegenargumente gar nicht erst wahrgenommen werden.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important counter-arguments are not even perceived.
문화적 배경
The concept of selective perception is deeply embedded in German educational and professional discourse. It reflects the culture's emphasis on critical media literacy and psychological self-awareness, often used to explain social bubbles or political polarization.
The 'Dazu-Dass' Trap
Always remember the 'dazu'. In German, you can't just say 'führt dass'. You need that little 'dazu' to point to the upcoming clause.
Don't Overuse It
If you use this for every mistake, you'll sound like a psychology textbook. Reserve it for moments that actually involve mental filtering.
15초 만에
- Our brains filter out information that doesn't fit our expectations.
- Used to explain why crucial details are often overlooked in debates.
- A sophisticated C1-level sentence starter for analytical discussions.
What It Means
Imagine you are wearing glasses that only let you see the color blue. You'd miss a beautiful red sunset! That is selektive Wahrnehmung. It is a psychological phenomenon where our brains filter out information. We focus on things that confirm our beliefs and ignore the rest. It is not about lying or being lazy. It is just how human brains handle too much data. You see what you are looking for, and nothing else.
How To Use It
This is a high-level sentence starter. You use it to introduce a consequence of this mental filtering. Because the phrase ends with wichtige, you must follow it with a plural noun (like Details, Aspekte, or Informationen). Then, you finish the sentence with a verb at the very end. It sounds sophisticated and analytical. It is perfect for explaining why a mistake happened without sounding like you are just pointing fingers.
When To Use It
Use this in professional settings or deep conversations. It is great for business meetings when a team misses a market trend. Use it with friends when discussing why people stay in bad relationships. It also works well in academic writing or political debates. If you want to sound like a social scientist over coffee, this is your phrase. It shows you understand human nature.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for simple, everyday accidents. If you dropped your ice cream, it’s not selektive Wahrnehmung. It is just bad luck or clumsiness. Avoid it in very casual slang-heavy conversations; it might sound a bit too 'textbook.' Do not use it if you are actually trying to say someone is lying. It describes an unconscious process, not a deliberate deception.
Cultural Background
Germans value Sachlichkeit (objectivity) and psychological awareness. Discussing cognitive biases is a common part of intellectual life in Germany. The term Wahrnehmung (perception) is a heavy hitter in German philosophy, from Kant to modern psychology. Using this phrase shows you are part of that culture of critical thinking and self-reflection.
Common Variations
You might hear people just say Das ist selektive Wahrnehmung. Another variation is der Bestätigungsfehler, which means 'confirmation bias.' If someone is being very stubborn, you might say they have Scheuklappen auf (wearing blinkers like a horse). But the führt dazu, dass version is the most formal and explanatory way to put it.
사용 참고사항
This is a C1-level structure because of the 'da-compound' and the subordinate clause. It is most effective in analytical contexts where you want to remain objective and avoid personal blame.
The 'Dazu-Dass' Trap
Always remember the 'dazu'. In German, you can't just say 'führt dass'. You need that little 'dazu' to point to the upcoming clause.
Don't Overuse It
If you use this for every mistake, you'll sound like a psychology textbook. Reserve it for moments that actually involve mental filtering.
Intellectual Humility
Using this phrase about *yourself* (e.g., 'Vielleicht war das meine selektive Wahrnehmung...') is seen as a sign of high emotional intelligence in Germany.
예시
6Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Markttrends oft völlig ignoriert werden.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important market trends are often completely ignored.
Explains a professional oversight objectively.
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Bedürfnisse des anderen untergehen.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important needs of the other person get lost.
Used to analyze a relationship dynamic softly.
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Gegenargumente gar nicht erst wahrgenommen werden.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important counter-arguments are not even perceived.
Refers to the 'echo chamber' effect.
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Schmutzecken für meinen Mitbewohner unsichtbar sind.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important dirty corners are invisible to my roommate.
Uses a heavy psychological term for a lighthearted complaint.
Sorry, die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Termine manchmal aus meinem Kopf rutschen!
Sorry, selective perception leads to the fact that important appointments sometimes slip my mind!
A clever way to apologize for forgetting something.
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige Datenpunkte falsch interpretiert werden könnten.
Selective perception leads to the fact that important data points could be misinterpreted.
Standard academic usage.
셀프 테스트
Complete the sentence with the correct grammatical connectors.
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt ___, ___ wichtige Details übersehen werden.
The verb 'führen' in this context requires the prepositional object 'dazu' followed by a 'dass' clause.
Choose the most appropriate noun to complete this professional observation.
Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass wichtige ___ im Projektplan ignoriert wurden.
'Risiken' (risks) makes the most sense in a professional context regarding a project plan.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality of 'Die selektive Wahrnehmung führt dazu, dass...'
Rarely used, sounds a bit sarcastic or overly intellectual.
Talking to a sibling about a missed chore.
Good for serious discussions or explaining mistakes.
Talking to a colleague about a missed email.
Perfect for presentations, essays, and debates.
A keynote speech on social psychology.
Where to use this expression
Political Debate
Explaining why voters ignore certain facts.
Therapy/Coaching
Discussing personal blind spots.
Business Review
Analyzing why a product launch failed.
Relationship Talk
Addressing why one partner feels unheard.
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It refers to the psychological tendency to only notice things that confirm our existing beliefs while ignoring everything else. It's like having a mental filter.
It's neutral-to-formal. You can use it with friends if you're having a serious or 'deep' conversation, but it might be too much for small talk.
Usually plural nouns like Details, Aspekte, Informationen, or Signale. It needs to be something that can be 'perceived'.
In German, the verb führen (to lead) requires the preposition zu. When followed by a clause, it becomes the 'da-compound' dazu.
Yes! It's a great way to show you are reflective. For example: Ich weiß, dass selektive Wahrnehmung dazu führen kann, dass wichtige Kundenwünsche übersehen werden.
It's very similar. In German, 'confirmation bias' is Bestätigungsfehler, but selektive Wahrnehmung is the broader term for the process.
Yes, because the dass introduces a subordinate clause, the conjugated verb (like werden or bleiben) must move to the very end.
You could say: Man sieht nur, was man sehen will (One only sees what one wants to see).
No, it covers all senses and mental processing. You can 'perceive' an atmosphere, a sound, or a logical argument.
Yes, that's a shorter version without the dass clause. It means 'leads to important errors'.
관련 표현
Der Bestätigungsfehler
Confirmation bias
Einen Tunnelblick haben
To have tunnel vision
Scheuklappen aufhaben
To have blinkers on (be narrow-minded)
Voreingenommen sein
To be biased or prejudiced
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