Pressekonferenz

press conference

noun PRES-se-kon-fe-rents Rare

Origin: from Presse + Konferenz

Usage Note

Pressekonferenz is an event where journalists are briefed and ask questions. Often abbreviated PK in journalistic jargon. The main stress falls on Presse. Plural: Pressekonferenzen.

Examples

"Der Trainer gab nach dem Spiel eine Pressekonferenz."

Natural Translation

The coach gave a press conference after the match.

Literal Translation

The coach gave after the match a press-conference.

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