berichten
Translation
to report, to tell, to cover, to advise
Examples
Die Zeitungen berichten über den Unfall.
The newspapers are reporting on the accident.
Er berichtete mir von seiner Reise.
He told me about his trip.
Der Journalist berichtet live aus Berlin.
The journalist is reporting live from Berlin.
Grammar Patterns
to report ((on sth.)) The media is reporting on the scandal.
to tell ((sb.)) ((about sth.)) He told me about his experience.
to report ((sth.)) She reported the result.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to report, to notify
Etymology
From 'Bericht' (report) < Middle High German 'berihten' (to put right, arrange).
Memory Tips
Think of 'making it right' (richten) -> setting the facts straight -> reporting.