der Hintergrundbericht
Translation
background report, in-depth report, feature story
Examples
Der Journalist schrieb einen Hintergrundbericht über die Krise.
The journalist wrote a background report on the crisis.
Der Hintergrundbericht enthüllte überraschende Fakten.
The in-depth report revealed surprising facts.
Grammar Patterns
to write/read a background report ((on sth.)) The journalist is writing a background report on the scandal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: analysis, feature, investigation
Etymology
Composed of 'Hintergrund' (background) and 'Bericht' (report). Literally a 'background report'.
Memory Tips
Think of a news report that goes into the 'background' of a story.