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Funkhaus

broadcasting centre

noun FOONK-howss Rare
Communication Media

Also means

radio/TV headquarters

Usage Note

Funkhaus is the building complex from which a public broadcaster transmits radio and television programmes. Each major German public broadcaster (ARD, ZDF) has its own Funkhaus. The word evokes the state-funded broadcasting tradition.

Examples

"Das neue Funkhaus des Senders wurde mit modernster Technik ausgestattet."

Natural Translation

The broadcaster's new broadcasting centre was equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

Literal Translation

The new broadcasting-centre of the broadcaster was with most-modern technology equipped.

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