Magazinformat

magazine format

noun HOE-rer-tsahl Rare

Also means

magazine-style programme or layout

Usage Note

Magazinformat describes either the physical format of a print magazine or a broadcast programme structured like a magazine (mixing news items, features, and interviews); flagship German examples include ARD Morgenmagazin.

Examples

"Das neue TV-Magazinformat kombiniert kurze Reportagen mit Live-Schalten."

Natural Translation

The new TV magazine format combines short features with live links.

Literal Translation

The new TV-magazine-format combines short reportages with live-connections.

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