Zeitgeschehen

current events, contemporary happenings

noun TSAIT-ge-sheh-en Rare

Usage Note

Zeitgeschehen refers to the events and developments of the present time, used especially in journalism and broadcasting. Das aktuelle Zeitgeschehen verfolgen = 'to follow current events'. Common on public radio.

Examples

"Die Sendung informiert täglich über das Zeitgeschehen."

Natural Translation

The programme informs about current events daily.

Literal Translation

The broadcast informs daily about the time-happenings.

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