German word

Konferenz

Pronunciation

IPA/ˌkɔnfeˈʁɛnt͡s/

Meaning

  • feminine nounconference

Example

Die Konferenz beginnt um neun Uhr.

The conference starts at nine.

Illustration for Konferenz (conference)

More examples

Ich nehme morgen an der Konferenz teil.

I am taking part in the conference tomorrow.

Core concept

A structured professional forum in which many people hear specialized contributions, discuss them, and work toward shared outcomes.

Common phrases

  • an einer Konferenz teilnehmen

    take part in a conference

  • eine Konferenz veranstalten

    hold a conference

  • auf der Konferenz sprechen

    speak at the conference

Similar words

Besprechung: A work discussion where colleagues or a small group address tasks and problems.
Meeting: A short, routine discussion for a company or team.

Definition in German

Konferenz ist eine offizielle Veranstaltung, bei der Teilnehmende Informationen austauschen, Vorträge halten und gemeinsame Beschlüsse vorbereiten.

Word origin

The German noun comes through French conférence from Latin conferentia, a term for bringing people or matters together.

Usage tips

  • For attendance, German uses "an einer Konferenz teilnehmen", while "auf einer Konferenz sprechen" describes giving a talk there.

Other meanings

  • meetingnoun
  • symposiumnoun

Opposites

  • Einzelgesprächone-on-one conversationnoun

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