Diskussionsbeitrag
contribution to a discussion
noun dis-koos-YONS-by-trahk Rare
Usage Note
Diskussionsbeitrag (m) is the standard German term for a contribution made in a discussion — in an academic seminar, a public forum, or a committee. It is more formal than Kommentar (comment) and implies a structured spoken contribution rather than a casual remark.
Examples
"Ihr Diskussionsbeitrag brachte eine neue Perspektive in die Debatte ein."
Natural Translation
Her contribution to the discussion brought a new perspective to the debate.
Literal Translation
Her discussion-contribution brought a new perspective into the debate in.
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