Translation of German word "Zeitung" to English
dieZeitung
/tsaɪ̯tʊŋ/
Meaning
NounA publication, usually published daily or weekly, containing news and other articles. Traditionally a print publication typically printed on cheap, low-quality paper; today usually digital and often also available in print.
How to use
The feminine noun Zeitung ('newspaper') declines regularly (plural Zeitungen). It is derived from Zeit (time). Do not confuse with Zeitschrift (magazine/journal).
🇬🇧 English
newspaper
Example
Ich lese die Zeitung.
I read the newspaper.
Meine Schwester hat die Zeitung gelesen.
My sister has read the newspaper.
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Common phrases
- Zeitung lesen— to read the newspaper
- Tageszeitung— daily newspaper (related compound)
- Zeitungsausschnitt— newspaper clipping (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "die Zeitung"?▼
The German word "die Zeitung" is defined as: "A publication, usually published daily or weekly, containing news and other articles. Traditionally a print publication typically printed on cheap, low-quality paper; today usually digital and often also available in print."
What does the German word "die Zeitung" mean?▼
The German word "die Zeitung" means "newspaper" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Zeitung"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich lese die Zeitung." (which translates as "I read the newspaper.").
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