das Kommuniqué
Translation
communiqué, official statement, press release
Examples
Die Regierung veröffentlichte ein Kommuniqué.
The government published a communiqué.
Das Kommuniqué wurde in der Presse besprochen.
The communiqué was discussed in the press.
Grammar Patterns
to publish a communiqué ((et4)) to publish a communiqué The government published a communiqué.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mitteilung (announcement), Erklärung (statement), Pressemitteilung (press release)
Etymology
From French 'communiqué', the past participle of 'communiquer' (to communicate).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a formal, official 'communication'. The '-qué' ending signals its French origin, often used in politics and diplomacy.