der  Pressebericht

B2

Estimated CEFR level.

/ˈpʁɛsəbəˌʁɪçt/

📰 What exactly is a Pressebericht?

A Pressebericht (masculine, article: der) is a written or spoken report about a specific event, situation, or topic intended for publication in the media (press, broadcasting, online). It informs the public about news and developments.

It's a compound noun formed from "die Presse" (the press) and "der Bericht" (the report). Since the base word "Bericht" is masculine, "Pressebericht" is also masculine.

Important: The only correct article for Pressebericht is der. Other articles are incorrect. ⚠️

🧐 Grammar Spotlight: Der Pressebericht

The noun "Pressebericht" is masculine. Here are the declension tables:

💡 Example Sentences

1. Der Journalist verfasste einen detaillierten Pressebericht über die Konferenz.
   (The journalist wrote a detailed press report about the conference.)
2. In der Zeitung von heute Morgen fanden wir mehrere interessante Presseberichte.
   (In this morning's newspaper, we found several interesting press reports.)
3. Die Veröffentlichung des Presseberichts sorgte für großes Aufsehen.
   (The publication of the press report caused a big sensation.)
4. Dem Pressebericht zufolge wird das neue Gesetz bald verabschiedet.
   (According to the press report, the new law will soon be passed.)

✍️ How to Use "Pressebericht"?

The term Pressebericht is primarily used in the context of journalism, media, and public relations. It refers to a specific form of reporting.

• Typical Contexts: Newspapers (Zeitungen), news agencies (Nachrichtenagenturen), online news portals (Online-Nachrichtenportale), press releases (Pressemitteilungen) from companies or organizations, broadcast reports (Rundfunkbeiträge).
• Distinction from similar terms:
  • Artikel: A more general term for a text in a newspaper or magazine. A Pressebericht is a type of Artikel.
  • Nachricht/Meldung: Often shorter and more focused on pure information delivery than a detailed Pressebericht.
  • Reportage: More subjective and often more detailed than a Pressebericht, describing experiences or observations.
  • Kommentar: Expresses an opinion, whereas a Pressebericht (ideally) aims to inform objectively.

One often speaks of an "ausführlicher Pressebericht" (detailed press report), a "kritischer Pressebericht" (critical press report), or an "offizieller Pressebericht" (official press report).

🧠 Mnemonics to Remember

Article Mnemonic: Remember der Bericht (the report). The base word determines the article. Since it's "der Bericht", it's also "der Pressebericht". Think: the report is a male (der) messenger bringing news.

Meaning Mnemonic: Imagine the Presse (press corps) making a Bericht (report) on a major event. Together, they create the "Pressebericht".

🔄 Synonyms & Antonyms

⚠️ Similar but Different Words

• Pressemitteilung: Press release (an official statement to the press).
• Pressekonferenz: Press conference (an event where information is given to the press).

😄 A Little Joke

Fragt der Chefredakteur den neuen Volontär: "Haben Sie den Pressebericht über den Diebstahl im Gemüseladen fertig?"
Antwortet der Volontär: "Ja, Chef, aber es war schwierig – die Gurken wollten einfach nicht reden!"

Translation:
The editor-in-chief asks the new trainee: "Have you finished the press report about the theft at the grocery store?"
The trainee replies: "Yes, boss, but it was difficult – the cucumbers just wouldn't talk!"

📜 Poem about the Pressebericht

Schwarz auf Weiß, ganz klar und schlicht,
erscheint der Pressebericht.
Von nah und fern, was neu geschah,
steht morgen in der Zeitung da.
Objektiv und gut fundiert,
hat er die Leser informiert.
Ein Fenster schnell zur weiten Welt,
wie es der Öffentlichkeit gefällt.

Translation:
Black on white, quite clear and plain,
Appears the press report again.
From near and far, what happened new,
Is in tomorrow's paper's view.
Objective and well-founded, too,
It has informed the readers through.
A window swiftly to the world so wide,
Just as the public likes inside.

❓ Little Riddle

Ich trage Neuigkeiten in die Welt hinaus,
bin oft in Zeitungen, manchmal im Applaus.
Journalisten schreiben mich, Tag für Tag,
über Politik, Sport oder manchen Klatsch und Plag'.
Mein Artikel ist männlich, merk dir das gut!
Was bin ich, geschrieben mit Tinte und Mut?

Lösung / Solution: Der Pressebericht

Translation:
I carry news out into the world,
Often in newspapers, sometimes acclaimed or hurled.
Journalists write me, day by day,
About politics, sports, or gossip's sway.
My article is masculine, remember that well!
What am I, written with ink and courage to tell?

🧩 Other Interesting Details

Word Composition

The word "Pressebericht" is a compound noun (Kompositum) made up of two nouns:

• Die Presse: Refers to the entirety of print media (newspapers, magazines) and, more broadly, other news media.
• Der Bericht: A factual account of a matter or event.

The gender (Genus) of the compound noun is determined by the base word (the last word), which is "der Bericht". Therefore, it is "der Pressebericht".

Related Terms

• Pressefreiheit: Freedom of the press
• Presseagentur: Press agency, news agency
• Pressekodex: Press code (code of ethics for journalists)
• Pressesprecher/in: Press spokesperson