Das Zitat
Example: Das Zitat im Artikel erklärt die Meinung des Autors klar.
Definition
"Das Zitat" refers to a quotation or citation used in journalism to present someone else's exact words, often to support or illustrate a point within an article. It helps clarify the author's opinion by providing direct evidence or authoritative statements.
Etymology
The word "das Zitat" originates from the Latin 'citare,' meaning 'to summon or call forth.' In German, it evolved to specifically mean a passage or phrase taken from a text or speech, highlighting how words are 'called out' or referenced in writing.
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"Das Zitat" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Journalism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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