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Publikationswesen
German → American English
American English
Publication
Bereich oder Branche des Veröffentlichen und Publizierens von Texten und Medien.
Er hat viele Jahre im Publikationswesen gearbeitet.Use Publikationswesen for the field or industry of publishing and publication, not for a single published item. In everyday speech, Verlagswesen is often more common when referring specifically to the publishing business.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Publikationswesen” mean in English?
It means the publishing or publication industry/field.
Is “Publikationswesen” the same as “Verlagswesen”?
They are very close. “Verlagswesen” is more common for the publishing business, while “Publikationswesen” is broader and can sound more formal.
How do you use “Publikationswesen” in a sentence?
For example: “Er arbeitet im Publikationswesen.” = “He works in the publishing industry.”
Is “Publikationswesen” a common word?
It is understandable and correct, but it is more formal and less common than “Verlagswesen” in everyday usage.