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journalist

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Erklärung journalist in your Level:

At the A1 level, you just need to know that a 'journalist' is a person who writes for a 'krant' (newspaper). It is a 'de' word. You can use it in very simple sentences like 'De journalist schrijft.' (The journalist writes) or 'Ik ben geen journalist.' (I am not a journalist). The word is almost the same as in English, so it is very easy to remember. Focus on the fact that it ends in '-ist', which is common for many professions in Dutch.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'journalist' in sentences about work and hobbies. You should know the plural form 'journalisten'. You can say things like: 'Mijn broer is journalist' (My brother is a journalist) or 'De journalist werkt bij de televisie' (The journalist works at the television). You are starting to understand that journalists are people who give us information. You might also learn the word 'interviewen' (to interview) as an action that a journalist does.

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At the B1 level, you can discuss the role of a journalist in society. You can talk about different types of media, such as 'de krant', 'het tijdschrift', and 'het nieuws'. You should be able to describe what a journalist does using more complex verbs like 'onderzoeken' (to investigate) or 'berichten' (to report). You can also use the feminine form 'journaliste' if you want to be specific, and you understand that journalists often work as freelancers ('freelance journalist').

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At the B2 level, which is the target for this word, you understand the nuances of journalism. You can discuss 'persvrijheid' (press freedom) and 'journalistieke ethiek' (journalistic ethics). you know that 'journalist' is a broad term and can distinguish it from 'verslaggever' (reporter) or 'redacteur' (editor). You can use the word in complex sentences with sub-clauses, such as 'De journalist, die jarenlang in het buitenland woonde, schreef een boek over de oorlog.' You also recognize the word in professional and academic contexts.

At the C1 level, you use 'journalist' in discussions about media bias, the 'waakhondfunctie' (watchdog function) of the press, and the impact of social media on professional journalism. You can use idiomatic expressions and understand the subtle connotations of synonyms like 'publicist' or 'correspondent'. You can follow fast-paced debates between journalists on talk shows and understand their specific terminologies and rhetorical strategies.

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At the C2 level, you have a near-native understanding of the word 'journalist'. You can appreciate the stylistic differences in how different Dutch journalists write, from the high-brow style of NRC to the more popular style of De Telegraaf. You can write your own articles or critiques on journalism itself. You understand the historical evolution of the word and its role in Dutch intellectual history, and you can use it with absolute precision in any legal, social, or professional context.

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A professional who gathers and reports news.
Commonly works for newspapers, TV, or websites.
A 'de-word' in Dutch: 'de journalist'.
Essential for democracy and freedom of speech.

The word journalist in Dutch is a direct cognate to the English 'journalist', making it an accessible entry point for learners. However, its usage in the Netherlands and Belgium carries a weight of professional integrity and historical significance. A journalist is primarily defined as a professional who gathers, writes, and distributes news or other current information. This role is fundamental to the Dutch concept of vrijheid van meningsuiting (freedom of speech) and the democratische rechtsstaat (democratic state under the rule of law).

Professional Identity: In the Netherlands, anyone can technically call themselves a journalist, as it is not a protected title like a doctor or lawyer. However, the professional community distinguishes between a beroepsjournalist (professional journalist) and a hobbyist. Most belong to the NVJ (Nederlandse Vereniging van Journalisten).

You will encounter this word in almost every daily conversation involving current events, politics, or media. When a Dutch person says, 'Ik heb het van een betrouwbare journalist gehoord,' they are emphasizing the credibility of the source. The Dutch media landscape is diverse, ranging from traditional newspapers like de Volkskrant and NRC to public broadcasters like NOS.

De journalist stelde scherpe vragen aan de minister tijdens de persconferentie.

Example: The journalist asked sharp questions to the minister during the press conference.

Media Types: A journalist can be a fotojournalist (photojournalist), an onderzoeksjournalist (investigative journalist), or a sportjournalist. The prefix usually denotes their specialization.

Als journalist moet je altijd hoor en wederhoor toepassen.

As a journalist, you must always apply the principle of hearing both sides.

The Dutch culture highly values the 'watchdog' function of the journalist. This is often described as the waakhondfunctie. Journalists are expected to be critical and independent. In social settings, telling someone you are a journalist usually sparks a conversation about the news of the day or the state of the media.

Veel journalisten werken tegenwoordig als freelancer voor verschillende kranten.

Using journalist correctly involves understanding its grammatical properties as a common noun. It is a 'de-woord', meaning it takes the definite article 'de'. The plural form is created by adding '-en', resulting in journalisten. When referring specifically to a female journalist, the suffix '-e' is added: journaliste, though in modern professional contexts, 'journalist' is increasingly used for all genders.

Grammatical Gender: De journalist (m/v) - De journaliste (v). Example: 'Zij is een ervaren journaliste.' (She is an experienced journalist.)

In Dutch sentence structure, nouns like 'journalist' often appear as the subject or the object. Because it refers to a profession, it is frequently used with the verb worden (to become) or zijn (to be). Unlike English, when stating someone's profession in Dutch, you often omit the indefinite article 'een'. For example, you say 'Ik ben journalist' rather than 'Ik ben een journalist', though both are grammatically correct, the former is more natural.

Hij wil later journalist worden bij de nationale omroep.

He wants to become a journalist at the national broadcaster later.

The word also functions well in compound nouns, which are very common in Dutch. You can combine it with subjects to be more specific. Examples include misdaadjournalist (crime journalist), oorlogsjournalist (war journalist), and wetenschapsjournalist (science journalist). These compounds are always written as one single word.

Common Verb Pairings: Journalisten interviewen (interview), publiceren (publish), onderzoeken (investigate), and berichten (report).

De journalist publiceerde een onthullend artikel over corruptie.

In passive constructions, which are common in Dutch news reporting, you might see: 'Er werd door de journalist gevraagd naar de bewijzen.' (The journalist asked for the evidence / Questions were asked by the journalist regarding the evidence). This emphasizes the action over the person.

Welke journalist heeft dit stuk geschreven?

You will hear journalist in a variety of settings, ranging from formal news broadcasts to casual water-cooler talk. In the Netherlands, news consumption is high, and the role of the journalist is frequently discussed in the context of 'nepnieuws' (fake news) or 'persvrijheid' (press freedom).

In the Media: Television programs like Nieuwsuur or talk shows such as Khalid & Sophie or Jinek frequently invite journalists to provide expert commentary on current events. Here, they are often introduced with their full title and the medium they represent.

In a professional environment, particularly in PR, marketing, or government, the term is used with a sense of strategic importance. People might say, 'We moeten de journalisten uitnodigen voor de opening,' (We need to invite the journalists for the opening). In this context, it refers to the press corps as a whole.

Op de radio hoorde ik een journalist vertellen over zijn ervaringen in oorlogsgebied.

On the radio, I heard a journalist talk about his experiences in a war zone.

In educational settings, students might hear the word when discussing career paths or media literacy. Teachers encourage students to be like a 'kritische journalist'—to look beyond the surface of information. This metaphorical use highlights the societal value placed on the profession.

Daily Life: You might hear a neighbor say, 'Er liep gisteren een journalist door de straat om mensen te interviewen over de nieuwe parkeerregels.' (A journalist was walking through the street yesterday to interview people about the new parking rules.)

De journalist van de lokale krant schreef een stuk over onze buurtvereniging.

Finally, in the legal and activist spheres, the 'journalist' is often mentioned in discussions about the bronbescherming (protection of sources). You might hear on the news: 'De journalist weigerde zijn bronnen prijs te geven.' (The journalist refused to reveal his sources.)

Geen enkele journalist kon de premier overtuigen om een reactie te geven.

While journalist is easy to remember, English speakers and new learners often make specific errors regarding its nuances, gender forms, and related professions. One common pitfall is the confusion between a journalist and a verslaggever.

Journalist vs. Verslaggever: A journalist is the broad category for anyone in the profession. A verslaggever (reporter) is specifically someone who goes 'on-site' to report. Not all journalists are verslaggevers (some are editors or columnists), but all verslaggevers are journalists.

Another mistake involves the pluralization. English speakers might try to say 'journalisten' with an English 's' sound at the end, but the Dutch 'n' at the end of journalisten is often subtle or silent in certain dialects, though in standard Dutch (ABN), it is pronounced. Avoid saying 'journalists'.

Fout: Hij is een journalists.
Goed: Hij is journalist.

Learners also struggle with the word redacteur. In English, 'editor' can mean many things. In Dutch, a redacteur is a journalist who works primarily on preparing and editing content for publication, often staying in the office. If you call a field reporter a 'redacteur', it might be technically incorrect depending on their contract.

Spelling Errors: Be careful with the 'ou' vs 'ou' sounds. In Dutch, it is 'journalist' with an 'ou' that sounds like the 'oo' in 'boot' in some regions, but generally follows the French-derived pronunciation. Don't spell it 'jurnalist' or 'journaalist'.

Verwar de journalist niet met de columnist; de een brengt nieuws, de ander een mening.

Don't confuse the journalist with the columnist; one brings news, the other an opinion.

Finally, the use of the indefinite article 'een'. While 'Hij is een journalist' is correct, the more idiomatic Dutch way to state a profession is 'Hij is journalist'. Forgetting this won't make you misunderstood, but including the 'een' is a tell-tale sign of a non-native speaker.

De journalist die het artikel schreef, is zeer gerespecteerd.

To enrich your Dutch vocabulary, it is essential to know the synonyms and related terms for journalist. Depending on the context—whether you are talking about a TV reporter, a newspaper writer, or a gossip columnist—different words apply.

Verslaggever: Meaning 'reporter'. Use this when the person is actively reporting from a location. 'Onze verslaggever ter plaatse' (Our reporter on the scene).
Redacteur: Meaning 'editor' or 'staff writer'. This person often works behind the scenes, shaping the stories or writing for a specific desk (e.g., de economieredactie).
Columnist: A person who writes a regular 'column'. Unlike a standard journalist, a columnist is expected to provide subjective opinions.

If you want to sound more informal or slightly critical, you might encounter terms like stukjesschrijver (literally: 'piece-writer', often used dismissively) or the previously mentioned persmuskiet. In the digital age, blogger or contentmaker are also common, though they carry a different professional weight than 'journalist'.

Hij is niet zomaar een blogger, hij is een gediplomeerd journalist.

He isn't just a blogger; he is a certified journalist.

In the context of investigative work, you might use onderzoeker (researcher), though onderzoeksjournalist is the specific term for the media profession. For someone who hosts a news program, presentator or nieuwslezer (newsreader) is more appropriate.

Correspondent: A journalist who reports from a specific foreign country or a specific field. 'Onze correspondent in Washington'.

De journalist werkte nauw samen met de correspondent in het buitenland.

Understanding these distinctions helps you navigate Dutch news more effectively. If you're looking for a job, knowing whether to search for 'journalist vacatures' or 'redactie medewerker' can make a big difference in the results you find.

Elke journalist heeft zijn eigen specialisme, van sport tot politiek.

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

The word 'journal' itself comes from the Latin 'diurnalis', meaning 'daily'. So a journalist is literally a 'daily-ist'.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /ˌʒʊrnəˈlɪst/

US /ˌdʒɜːrnəlɪst/

The primary stress is on the last syllable: jour-na-LIST.

Reimt sich auf

optimist pessimist artiest machinist violist pianist jurist toerist

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing the 'j' like the English 'j' in 'judge' instead of the soft 'zh' sound.
Stressing the first syllable instead of the last.
Mixing up the 'ou' sound with the English 'ou' in 'house'.
Forgetting to pronounce the 't' clearly at the end.
In plural, pronouncing the 'en' too strongly.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 1/5

Very easy to recognize because it is a cognate.

Schreiben 2/5

Spelling is straightforward but remember the 'ou' and 'ist'.

Sprechen 2/5

Pronunciation requires the soft French 'j' sound.

Hören 1/5

Easily identified in news broadcasts.

Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest

Voraussetzungen

krant schrijven persoon nieuws werk

Als Nächstes lernen

redactie verslaggever artikel interview publiceren

Fortgeschritten

bronbescherming ethiek hoor en wederhoor waakhondfunctie censuur

Wichtige Grammatik

Nouns ending in -ist are usually masculine/feminine and take 'de'.

De journalist, de optimist, de jurist.

Profession names often omit the indefinite article 'een' when used with 'zijn' or 'worden'.

Hij is journalist.

Plural of nouns ending in -ist is formed by adding -en.

Journalisten, specialisten.

Feminine forms can be created with the suffix -e.

De journaliste.

Compound nouns are written as one word.

Sportjournalist (not sport journalist).

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Beispiele nach Niveau

De journalist is hier.

The journalist is here.

Simple subject-verb-adverb structure.

Is zij een journalist?

Is she a journalist?

Question form using 'is'.

De journalist schrijft een tekst.

The journalist writes a text.

Present tense with a direct object.

Ik zie de journalist.

I see the journalist.

Direct object use.

De journalist heeft een pen.

The journalist has a pen.

Using the verb 'hebben'.

De journalist is een man.

The journalist is a man.

Defining the subject.

Mijn vader is journalist.

My father is a journalist.

Profession without 'een'.

De journalist leest de krant.

The journalist reads the newspaper.

Common action.

De journalisten werken in Amsterdam.

The journalists work in Amsterdam.

Plural noun and verb.

Zij is een goede journaliste.

She is a good journalist.

Feminine form with adjective.

De journalist stelt veel vragen.

The journalist asks many questions.

Verb 'stellen' with 'vragen'.

Ik wil graag journalist worden.

I would like to become a journalist.

Using 'worden' for future profession.

De journalist maakt een foto.

The journalist takes a photo.

Action with object.

Die journalist werkt voor de radio.

That journalist works for the radio.

Demonstrative pronoun 'die'.

De journalist spreekt met de mensen.

The journalist speaks with the people.

Prepositional phrase 'met de mensen'.

Heeft de journalist het nieuws gehoord?

Has the journalist heard the news?

Perfect tense question.

De journalist schrijft een artikel over de natuur.

The journalist is writing an article about nature.

Preposition 'over' used for topics.

Veel journalisten reizen naar het buitenland.

Many journalists travel abroad.

Plural subject with directional phrase.

De journalist interviewde de beroemde zanger.

The journalist interviewed the famous singer.

Past tense 'interviewde'.

Het is de taak van een journalist om de waarheid te vertellen.

It is the task of a journalist to tell the truth.

Infinitive construction with 'om... te'.

De journalist werkt al tien jaar bij deze krant.

The journalist has been working at this newspaper for ten years.

Present tense used for ongoing actions starting in the past.

Ik heb gisteren een bekende journalist ontmoet.

I met a famous journalist yesterday.

Perfect tense with 'heb... ontmoet'.

De journalist zoekt naar informatie op het internet.

The journalist is looking for information on the internet.

Verb 'zoeken naar'.

Elke journalist moet objectief blijven.

Every journalist must remain objective.

Modal verb 'moet' with infinitive 'blijven'.

De journalist weigerde zijn bronnen aan de politie te onthullen.

The journalist refused to reveal his sources to the police.

Verb 'weigeren' with 'te' infinitive.

Als journalist moet je over een kritische houding beschikken.

As a journalist, you must possess a critical attitude.

Fixed expression 'beschikken over'.

De onderzoeksjournalist bracht een groot schandaal aan het licht.

The investigative journalist brought a major scandal to light.

Compound noun and idiom 'aan het licht brengen'.

Journalisten spelen een cruciale rol in onze democratie.

Journalists play a crucial role in our democracy.

Plural general statement.

De journalist werd geprezen voor zijn moedige verslaggeving.

The journalist was praised for his courageous reporting.

Passive voice 'werd geprezen'.

Niet elke journalist is even zorgvuldig met de feiten.

Not every journalist is equally careful with the facts.

Negative construction 'niet elke... is even'.

De journalist analyseerde de politieke situatie in het land.

The journalist analyzed the political situation in the country.

Transitive verb 'analyseren'.

Hij begon zijn carrière als leerling-journalist bij een lokaal blaadje.

He started his career as a trainee journalist at a local rag.

Compound 'leerling-journalist'.

De journalist hanteert een scherpe pen in zijn wekelijkse columns.

The journalist wields a sharp pen in his weekly columns.

Metaphorical use of 'hanteert een scherpe pen'.

De journalistiek integriteit van deze journalist staat buiten kijf.

The journalistic integrity of this journalist is beyond question.

Idiom 'staat buiten kijf'.

Veel journalisten maken zich zorgen over de toenemende polarisatie.

Many journalists are worried about the increasing polarization.

Reflexive verb 'zich zorgen maken over'.

De journalist slaagde erin om de staatssecretaris klem te zetten.

The journalist managed to corner the state secretary.

Verb 'slagen in' with 'er' and 'te' infinitive.

Een integere journalist laat zich niet leiden door commerciële belangen.

An honest journalist does not let themselves be led by commercial interests.

Causative 'laten' with reflexive 'zich'.

De journalist belichtte de schaduwkanten van de nieuwe wetgeving.

The journalist highlighted the dark sides of the new legislation.

Metaphorical verb 'belichten'.

Als journalist moet je de kunst van het luisteren verstaan.

As a journalist, you must understand the art of listening.

Expression 'de kunst van... verstaan'.

De journalist fungeerde als een doorgeefluik voor de oppositie.

The journalist functioned as a mouthpiece for the opposition.

Metaphorical noun 'doorgeefluik'.

De journalist ontleedde de retoriek van de populist met chirurgische precisie.

The journalist dissected the populist's rhetoric with surgical precision.

Highly descriptive adverbial phrase.

De journalistiek van de journalist kenmerkt zich door een diepgravende analyse.

The journalism of the journalist is characterized by a deep-seated analysis.

Reflexive 'kenmerkt zich door'.

De journalist wist de vinger op de zere plek te leggen in zijn reportage.

The journalist managed to put his finger on the sore spot in his reportage.

Idiom 'de vinger op de zere plek leggen'.

De journalist balanceert voortdurend op de grens van objectiviteit en engagement.

The journalist constantly balances on the edge of objectivity and engagement.

Metaphorical 'balanceren op de grens van'.

Zijn reputatie als journalist is onlosmakelijk verbonden met zijn onafhankelijkheid.

His reputation as a journalist is inextricably linked with his independence.

Adverb 'onlosmakelijk'.

De journalist schuwde de controverse niet in zijn nieuwste publicatie.

The journalist did not shy away from controversy in his latest publication.

Verb 'schuwen' with negation.

De journalist betrachtte de nodige terughoudendheid bij het verspreiden van het gerucht.

The journalist exercised the necessary restraint when spreading the rumor.

Formal verb 'betrachten'.

Menig journalist droomt van het winnen van de Tegel voor hun werk.

Many a journalist dreams of winning the 'Tegel' for their work.

Use of 'menig' for 'many a'.

Häufige Kollokationen

onafhankelijke journalist

kritische journalist

freelance journalist

onderzoeksjournalist

fotojournalist

sportjournalist

politiek journalist

ervaren journalist

lokale journalist

buitenlandjournalist

Häufige Phrasen

De journalist vraagt door.

— The journalist keeps asking questions to get more information.

De minister wilde niet antwoorden, maar de journalist vroeg door.

Een journalistieke primeur.

— A journalistic scoop; being the first to report something.

De krant had een journalistieke primeur over het schandaal.

Volgens een anonieme journalist.

— According to an anonymous journalist.

Volgens een anonieme journalist gaat de premier aftreden.

Journalist van het jaar.

— An award for the best journalist of the year.

Zij werd verkozen tot journalist van het jaar.

De journalistiek in gaan.

— To enter the profession of journalism.

Na zijn studie wilde hij de journalistiek in gaan.

Een leger aan journalisten.

— A huge number of journalists at an event.

Er stond een leger aan journalisten bij de rechtbank.

De journalist ter plaatse.

— The journalist on the scene.

Onze journalist ter plaatse doet nu verslag.

Een scherpe journalist.

— A sharp or clever journalist.

Hij staat bekend als een scherpe journalist.

Vrijheid voor journalisten.

— Freedom for journalists to do their work.

We moeten vechten voor de vrijheid voor journalisten.

Journalistieke bronnen.

— The sources used by a journalist.

Een journalist moet zijn journalistieke bronnen beschermen.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

journalist vs verslaggever

A journalist reports, but a verslaggever is specifically 'on the scene'.

journalist vs redacteur

A redacteur is an editor or writer who often stays in the office.

journalist vs columnist

A columnist gives opinions, while a journalist primarily reports facts.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"Met een scherpe pen schrijven"

— To write in a critical or direct way, often said of journalists.

Deze journalist schrijft met een scherpe pen over de overheid.

literary

"Hoor en wederhoor toepassen"

— The journalistic rule of hearing both sides of a story.

Een goede journalist past altijd hoor en wederhoor toe.

professional

"De vinger op de zere plek leggen"

— To point out exactly what is wrong or sensitive.

De journalist wist de vinger op de zere plek te leggen.

neutral

"Iemand het vuur aan de schenen leggen"

— To make things very difficult for someone, often through tough questioning.

De journalist legde de directeur het vuur aan de schenen.

informal

"Een primeur hebben"

— To have a scoop; to be the first with the news.

De journalist had een wereldwijde primeur.

neutral

"Tussen de regels door lezen"

— To understand the hidden meaning in what a journalist writes.

Je moet tussen de regels door lezen om de journalist te begrijpen.

neutral

"Iets aan de grote klok hangen"

— To make something public or known to everyone.

De journalist hing het schandaal aan de grote klok.

informal

"De onderste steen boven krijgen"

— To find out the absolute truth about a matter.

De onderzoeksjournalist wilde de onderste steen boven krijgen.

neutral

"In de pen klimmen"

— To start writing, often in response to something.

Na de speech klom de journalist direct in de pen.

literary

"Een oogje in het zeil houden"

— To keep a close watch on something.

De journalist houdt een oogje in het zeil bij de verkiezingen.

neutral

Leicht verwechselbar

journalist vs Journaal

Looks similar to journalist.

Journaal is the news broadcast itself, while journalist is the person.

Ik kijk naar het journaal om de journalist te zien.

journalist vs Dagblad

Related to the work of a journalist.

Dagblad is a daily newspaper, not a person.

De journalist werkt voor een landelijk dagblad.

journalist vs Verslag

The action word for reporting.

Verslag is the report/article, journalist is the person who makes it.

De journalist maakt een verslag van de wedstrijd.

journalist vs Pers

Refers to the media as a whole.

De pers is the collective group, a journalist is an individual.

De journalist behoort tot de vrije pers.

journalist vs Auteur

Both write texts.

Auteur is a general word for author (books, etc.), journalist is specific to news.

De journalist is ook de auteur van een spannend boek.

Satzmuster

De journalist [werkwoord].

De journalist schrijft.

Hij/Zij is [journalist].

Zij is journalist.

De journalist werkt bij [organisatie].

De journalist werkt bij de NOS.

Een journalist moet [eigenschap] zijn.

Een journalist moet eerlijk zijn.

Als journalist [persoonsvorm] je...

Als journalist ontmoet je veel mensen.

De journalist, die [bijzin], ...

De journalist, die het nieuws bracht, is bekend.

Het is de journalistieke plicht om...

Het is de journalistieke plicht om bronnen te checken.

In hoeverre kan de journalist...

In hoeverre kan de journalist objectiviteit garanderen?

Wortfamilie

Substantive

journalistiek

journaliste

journalisten

fotojournalist

onderzoeksjournalist

Verben

journaliseren

Adjektive

journalistiek

Verwandt

krant

nieuws

artikel

redactie

verslag

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frequency

Very common in daily life and media.

Häufige Fehler

Using 'het' journalist. → De journalist.
Journalist is a masculine/feminine noun, which always takes 'de'.
Saying 'Ik ben een journalist'. → Ik ben journalist.
In Dutch, we usually omit the article when stating a profession.
Pluralizing as 'journalists'. → Journalisten.
Dutch plurals for this category of nouns end in -en.
Pronouncing 'j' as in 'jump'. → Pronounce it as 'zh'.
The word follows French pronunciation rules for the initial 'j'.
Confusing 'journalist' with 'journaal'. → Journalist (person) vs Journaal (news program).
You watch the journaal, you talk to the journalist.

Tipps

Learn Compounds

Dutch loves compound words. Learn 'sportjournalist', 'misdaadjournalist', and 'politiek journalist' to sound more natural.

Article Usage

Always use 'de' with journalist. 'De journalist' is the correct form.

Press Freedom

Understand that the Dutch value a 'kritische journalist'. Being critical is seen as a positive professional trait.

French Influence

Remember the French origin for the pronunciation. It's not a hard 'J'.

Professional Intro

When introducing someone's job, say 'Hij is journalist' without the 'een'.

Context Clues

If you hear 'ter plaatse', you know the journalist is acting as a 'verslaggever'.

Journal Link

Link the word to 'Journal' (diary/newspaper) to remember the meaning easily.

Freelance

Many Dutch journalists are 'zzp'er' (zelfstandige zonder personeel), meaning they are freelancers.

Sources

The term 'bronnen' (sources) is almost always used in discussions about journalists.

Journalist vs Redacteur

A 'redacteur' is often the one you email if you want to get a story published, while the 'journalist' is the one who writes it.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Think of a 'Journal' and the '-ist' suffix. A 'Journal-ist' is the person who fills the journal every day.

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a person sitting in a busy cafe with a laptop and a press badge, frantically typing while looking at a TV screen.

Word Web

Krant Nieuws Schrijven Interview Media Waarheid Radio Televisie

Herausforderung

Try to find a Dutch news article today and identify the name of the journalist who wrote it.

Wortherkunft

Borrowed from the French word 'journaliste', which in turn comes from 'journal' (daily). The Dutch language adopted many French terms related to media and culture in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: A person who writes for a daily publication.

Indo-European (via Romance/French).

Kultureller Kontext

Be aware that calling someone a 'persmuskiet' is offensive. Always use 'journalist' in professional settings.

The role is very similar to English-speaking countries, but Dutch journalists might be perceived as more direct or less formal in their questioning style.

Peter R. de Vries (famous Dutch crime journalist) De Tegel (the most prestigious Dutch journalism award) Nieuwspoort (the press center in The Hague)

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Newsroom

De deadline voor de journalist is om vijf uur.
De journalist overlegt met de hoofdredacteur.
Er is een nieuwe opdracht voor de journalist.
De journalist checkt zijn bronnen.

Press Conference

De journalist steekt zijn hand op.
Mogen de journalisten vragen stellen?
De journalist neemt het gesprek op.
Tientallen journalisten zijn aanwezig.

Job Interview

Ik heb ervaring als journalist.
Waarom wil je journalist worden?
Ik heb journalistiek gestudeerd.
Wat voor soort journalist ben jij?

Street Interview

De journalist vraagt voorbijgangers om hun mening.
Mag de journalist u iets vragen?
De journalist heeft een camera bij zich.
Mensen praten graag met de journalist.

Legal/Ethics Discussion

Is de journalist onafhankelijk?
De journalist moet de waarheid spreken.
Heeft de journalist toestemming?
De journalist beschermt zijn anonimiteit.

Gesprächseinstiege

"Wat vind jij van de kwaliteit van de Nederlandse journalisten tegenwoordig?"

"Zou jij een goede journalist zijn, denk je? Waarom wel of niet?"

"Welke journalist in Nederland vind jij het meest betrouwbaar?"

"Is het werk van een journalist gevaarlijker geworden door sociale media?"

"Wat is het belangrijkste kenmerk van een goede journalist?"

Tagebuch-Impulse

Schrijf over een dag in het leven van een journalist. Wat doe je van ochtend tot avond?

Stel je voor dat je een journalist bent. Welk groot mysterie zou je willen onderzoeken?

Is de rol van de journalist veranderd door de komst van het internet? Leg uit.

Beschrijf een interview tussen een journalist en een beroemde persoon naar keuze.

Waarom is het belangrijk dat een journalist onafhankelijk is van de overheid?

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

No, anyone can call themselves a journalist. However, professional journalists often have a press card and belong to the NVJ (Nederlandse Vereniging van Journalisten).

The feminine form is 'journaliste'. While still in use, many people now use 'journalist' for all genders in professional contexts.

It is 'onderzoeksjournalist'. It is written as one word.

Yes, there is a large media landscape with many newspapers, TV channels, and online platforms employing journalists.

In Dutch, a 'journalist' is the broad term, while a 'verslaggever' is specifically someone who reports from a location.

Technically, some bloggers are journalists, but 'journalist' implies a level of professional training and adherence to ethics that 'blogger' does not necessarily have.

It is pronounced like the 's' in 'pleasure' or the 'j' in French 'journal'. It is a soft 'zh' sound.

The plural is 'journalisten'.

They have the right to protect their sources (bronbescherming) and have broad freedom to report on public interest matters.

They work at a 'redactie' (editorial office) of a krant, website, or broadcasting company.

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