Die Nachricht
Example: Ich habe eine wichtige Nachricht für dich.
Definition
"Die Nachricht" refers to a message or piece of information communicated to someone, often conveying news or important details. For example, in the phrase "Ich habe eine wichtige Nachricht für dich," it means an important message intended for someone.
Etymology
The German word "die Nachricht" comes from the combination of "nach," meaning 'after,' and "richten," meaning 'to direct' or 'to set right.' Originally, it referred to something directed afterward, such as a report or communication. Did you know that "Nachricht" historically implied correcting or informing someone after an event?
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"Die Nachricht" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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