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das Magazin
magazine
A regularly published publication with articles, pictures, and reports on various topics. A synonym for a periodical.
example
Ich lese gerne dieses Wissenschaftsmagazin.
I enjoy reading this science magazine.
das Magazin
magazine
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Usage tips
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Unlike the English word 'magazine', which almost only refers to a periodical, 'das Magazin' in German also has the common meanings 'Lagerhalle' (warehouse/storage hall) or 'Patronenbehälter einer Waffe' (cartridge holder of a weapon).
EXAMPLE
Die Waren für den Versand liegen im Magazin.
The goods for shipping are in the storeroom.
Context clues
You can recognize the meaning of 'Magazin' (magazine/storeroom/magazine) from the verb: you 'liest' (read) or 'blättert' (browse) in a Magazin (magazine/periodical), you 'sieht' (watch) a Magazin (magazine show), you 'lagert' (store) something in a Magazin (storeroom), or you 'lädt' (load) a Magazin (weapon part).
EXAMPLE
Ich blättere gerade in einem interessanten Reisemagazin.
I'm just browsing through an interesting travel magazine.
Typical collocations
When it refers to a periodical, typical verbs are 'lesen' (to read), 'blättern' (to browse), 'abonnieren' (to subscribe to), and 'herausgeben' (to publish). Adjectives are often 'politisch' (political), 'wissenschaftlich' (scientific), or 'aktuell' (current).
EXAMPLE
Hast du das neue Magazin für Architektur schon gesehen?
Have you seen the new magazine for architecture yet?
Register and context
The meaning 'Lagerraum' (storage room) is often used in professional contexts such as logistics, trade, or the military to refer to large storage halls for goods or supplies.
EXAMPLE
Die Hilfsgüter werden in einem zentralen Magazin gesammelt.
The relief supplies are being collected in a central depot.
Compare with
Magazin vs Zeitung
newspaper
'Zeitung' and 'Magazin' can both appear regularly and contain articles. A 'Zeitung' is more strongly connected with current news, for example politics, business, culture, or sports. A 'Magazin' is similar to a 'Zeitschrift': it often has more pictures, longer articles, and a specific topic or special style. The words can be confused because both can be read in print or online. When it is about quick, current news, 'Zeitung' sounds more natural. When it is about a themed publication with reports and pictures, 'Magazin' fits better.
Magazin
Wir haben für die Reise ein Magazin mit vielen Tipps über Italien gekauft.
We bought a magazine with lots of tips about Italy for the trip.
Zeitung
In der Bahn liest du in der Zeitung einen Bericht über die neue Schule.
On the train, you read a report in the newspaper about the new school.
In real life
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