berichten
Translation
reported, narrated, told
Examples
Er berichtete von seiner Reise.
He reported on his trip.
Die Zeitung berichtete über den Unfall.
The newspaper reported on the accident.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb.)) ((about/on sth.)) to report (sth.) (to sb.) (about/on sth.) He reported on the situation.
Similar Words
erzählen (to narrate), melden (to report/notify), informieren (to inform)
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' (acting upon something) and 'richten' (to direct). It means to direct information towards someone.
Memory Tips
Think of a news 'reporter' who 'berichtet' (reports) the news.