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Sehhilfe

visual aid (glasses, contact lenses)

noun ZEH-hil-feh Rare
Body & Health Medicine

Usage Note

Sehhilfe is the neutral umbrella term for any optical corrective device: Brille (spectacles) or Kontaktlinsen (contact lenses). It appears in insurance forms and prescriptions; health insurers sometimes partially reimburse Sehhilfen.

Examples

"Die Augenärztin stellte fest, dass er eine Sehhilfe benötigt."

Natural Translation

The ophthalmologist determined that he needs a visual aid.

Literal Translation

The eye doctor established that he needs a visual aid.

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