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special issue
A special edition of a journal or magazine that is published in addition to the regular publication schedule and usually focuses on a single topic.
Die Computerzeitschrift hat ein Sonderheft zum Thema „Sicherheit im Internet“ herausgebracht.
The computer magazine published a special issue on the topic of 'Internet security'.
The word is composed of 'Sonder-' and 'Heft'. The prefix 'Sonder-' means 'special' or 'extra'. A 'Sonderheft' (special issue) is therefore literally a special booklet or issue.
Zum Jubiläum der Serie erschien ein Sonderheft mit exklusiven Interviews.
A special issue with exclusive interviews was published for the anniversary of the series.
The prefix 'Sonder-' is used in many German words to indicate something special or additional. Other examples are 'Sonderangebot' (special offer), 'Sonderausstellung' (special exhibition), or 'Sonderzug' (special train).
Im Supermarkt gab es heute Nudeln im Sonderangebot.
There was a special offer on pasta at the supermarket today.
To name the topic of a 'Sonderheft' (special issue), the preposition 'zu' followed by the dative is typically used. Common verbs in this context are 'herausbringen' (to publish/bring out) or 'veröffentlichen' (to publish).
Der Verlag hat ein Sonderheft zur Geschichte der Fotografie veröffentlicht.
The publisher published a special issue on the history of photography.
special edition / special issue
When referring to magazines, Sonderausgabe and Sonderheft can describe the same special publication. Sonderausgabe is more general and emphasizes how it differs from the regular version, for example through additional material or special presentation. Sonderheft specifically refers to an additional magazine issue that is usually devoted to a particular topic.
Das Sonderheft des Magazins behandelt ausschließlich das Thema erneuerbare Energien.
The special issue of the magazine deals exclusively with renewable energy.
Die Sonderausgabe des Magazins enthält zusätzliche Fotos und hat einen besonderen Umschlag.
The special edition of the magazine contains additional photos and has a distinctive cover.
