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die  Podiumsdiskussion
B2
Estimated CEFR level.
/ˈpoːdiʊmsdɪskuˈsi̯oːn/

🗣️ What exactly is a Podiumsdiskussion?

Die Podiumsdiskussion (noun, feminine) refers to a public panel discussion on a specific topic. It typically involves several experts or representatives with different viewpoints sitting on a Podium (a raised platform or stage) and discussing the topic, usually guided by a moderator (Moderator). Often, the audience (Publikum) is also allowed to ask questions.

The article is always die because the base noun Diskussion (discussion) is feminine (die Diskussion).

You typically encounter Podiumsdiskussionen at conferences (Konferenzen), symposia (Fachtagungen), on television (im Fernsehen), or at political events (politische Veranstaltungen).

🧐 Grammar: Die Podiumsdiskussion in Detail

The noun Podiumsdiskussion is feminine (feminin). Here is its declension (Deklination):

Declension Singular
Case (Fall)ArticleNoun
Nominative (Nominativ)diePodiumsdiskussion
Genitive (Genitiv)derPodiumsdiskussion
Dative (Dativ)derPodiumsdiskussion
Accusative (Akkusativ)diePodiumsdiskussion
Declension Plural (Mehrzahl)
Case (Fall)ArticleNoun
Nominative (Nominativ)diePodiumsdiskussionen
Genitive (Genitiv)derPodiumsdiskussionen
Dative (Dativ)denPodiumsdiskussionen
Accusative (Akkusativ)diePodiumsdiskussionen

Example Sentences (Beispielsätze)

  1. Die Podiumsdiskussion zur Bildungspolitik war sehr aufschlussreich. (The panel discussion on education policy was very insightful.)
  2. Während der Podiumsdiskussion konnten Fragen aus dem Publikum gestellt werden. (During the panel discussion, questions could be asked from the audience.)
  3. Der Moderator leitete die Podiumsdiskussion souverän. (The moderator led the panel discussion confidently.)
  4. Die Aufzeichnung der Podiumsdiskussion ist online verfügbar. (The recording of the panel discussion is available online.)
  5. Auf der Konferenz gab es mehrere spannende Podiumsdiskussionen. (There were several exciting panel discussions at the conference.)

🎤 Usage in Context

The term Podiumsdiskussion is used to describe a specific format of public debate. Here are some typical contexts:

  • Politics (Politik): Discussions between politicians from different parties before elections or regarding current legislative proposals.
  • Science & Education (Wissenschaft & Bildung): Expert panels at conferences shedding light on a specialist topic from various perspectives.
  • Media (Medien): Talk shows on TV or radio that often adopt the format of a Podiumsdiskussion.
  • Business (Wirtschaft): Discussions about industry trends or economic developments at corporate events.

In contrast to a Vortrag (lecture, monologue) or a simple Diskussion (which can also be informal), a Podiumsdiskussion implies a structured debate with multiple participants on a stage (Podium) in front of an audience, usually with moderation.

🧠 Mnemonics and Memory Aids

Article Mnemonic: The word ends in "-ion" (Diskussion). Many German nouns ending in "-ion", "-ung", "-heit", "-keit", "-schaft" are feminine. Remember die Diskussion (the discussion), and you'll know it's die Podiumsdiskussion.

Meaning Mnemonic: Imagine a Podium (platform/stage). On this stage, a heated Diskussion (discussion) is taking place. Podium + Diskussion = Podiumsdiskussion (panel discussion).

🔄 Synonyms & Antonyms for Podiumsdiskussion

Synonyms (similar meaning):

  • Diskussionsrunde: (Discussion round) - More general term for a group discussion.
  • Expertenrunde: (Expert round) - Emphasizes that participants are specialists.
  • Debatte: (Debate) - Often implies a more formal argument with pro and con sides.
  • Streitgespräch: (Argumentative discussion/Dispute) - Highlights the controversial nature.
  • Talkrunde / Talkshow: (Talk round / Talk show) - Often used in a media context.

Antonyms (opposite meaning):

  • Monolog: (Monologue) - Speech by a single person.
  • Vortrag: (Lecture/Presentation) - A presentation of information by one person.
  • Interview (Einzelinterview): (Interview - one-on-one) - Conversation between two people.
  • Vorlesung: (Lecture at university) - Typically a monologic teaching format.

⚠️ Note: A simple Diskussion can be private and informal, whereas a Podiumsdiskussion is always public and usually more formal.

😄 A Little Joke

Moderator fragt nach der Podiumsdiskussion einen Teilnehmer: "War es nicht wunderbar, wie wir alle unterschiedlichen Meinungen ausgetauscht haben?"

Antwortet der Teilnehmer: "Ausgetauscht schon, aber ich gehe immer noch mit meiner eigenen Meinung nach Hause!"

Translation:

After the panel discussion, the moderator asks a participant: "Wasn't it wonderful how we all exchanged different opinions?"

The participant replies: "Exchanged, yes, but I'm still going home with my own opinion!"

📜 Poem about the Discussion

Auf dem Podium, helles Licht,
manch kluges Wort, manch Angesicht.
Es wird debattiert, gefragt, erklärt,
die Meinungsvielfalt wird geehrt.
Der Moderator lenkt das Spiel,
Argumente gibt es viel.
Das Publikum lauscht, denkt mit, versteht –
die Podiumsdiskussion, wie sie lebt und weht.

Translation:

On the podium, bright light,
many a wise word, many a sight.
Debated, questioned, explained,
the diversity of opinion is acclaimed.
The moderator guides the game,
arguments aplenty, just the same.
The audience listens, thinks, comprehends –
the panel discussion, as it lives and transcends.

🧩 Little Riddle

Ich habe ein Podium, doch bin kein Konzertsaal.
Ich habe Redner, doch halte keine Predigt allein.
Es wird gestritten, doch (meistens) ohne Qual.
Ein Moderator sorgt für den roten Faden fein.
Vor Publikum wird heiß debattiert.

Was bin ich, das Wissen und Meinungen serviert?

Translation:

I have a podium, but I'm not a concert hall.
I have speakers, but I don't preach alone.
There's arguing, but (mostly) without pain.
A moderator ensures the common thread remains.
In front of an audience, debated with heat.

What am I, serving knowledge and opinions neat?

Solution: die Podiumsdiskussion (the panel discussion)

💡 Other Interesting Facts

Word Composition (Wortzusammensetzung):

The word "Podiumsdiskussion" is a compound noun (Kompositum), composed of:

  • Das Podium: Originally from Greek (podion = little foot, base), it refers to a raised platform for speakers or performers.
  • Die Diskussion: From Latin (discussio = shattering, examination), meaning a conversation or debate about a specific topic.

The connecting 's' (Fugen-s) in "Podiumsdiskussion" links the two parts of the word.

📝 Summary: is it der, die or das Podiumsdiskussion?

The correct article for "Podiumsdiskussion" is always die. It is a feminine noun derived from die Diskussion (the discussion) and describes a public panel discussion held on a Podium (platform). Remember: die Diskussion -> die Podiumsdiskussion.

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