Videokonferenz

video conference

noun VEE-de-o-kon-fe-rents Rare

Usage Note

Videokonferenz is a more formal or business-oriented term for a video conference, as opposed to the informal Videoanruf. Eine Videokonferenz abhalten (hold a video conference) is standard in professional German contexts.

Examples

"Die Videokonferenz mit dem Auslandsbüro dauerte zwei Stunden."

Natural Translation

The video conference with the overseas office lasted two hours.

Literal Translation

The video conference with the overseas office lasted two hours.

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