noun
conference
B1
Konferenz: feminine noun meaning 'conference' or 'congress' — a formal meeting. Singular: die Konferenz; plural Konferenzen (regular -en plural). Declines as shown (der Konferenz, die Konferenzen, etc.). No special preposition or reflexivity. Common in academic, business, and political contexts internationally.
Examples
Der Minister sprach auf der Konferenz, weil viele Journalisten teilnahmen.
The minister spoke at the conference because many journalists attended.
Morgen beginnt die Konferenz im Stadtzentrum.
The conference starts tomorrow in the city center.
Die internationale Konferenz findet in Berlin statt.
The international conference is taking place in Berlin.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture a large room full of people listening to speakers at a conference stage.
Konferenz sounds like 'conference' in English.
die — imagine a 'die' (feminine) name tag with a lanyard worn by a female organizer.
Notes
Commonly used for professional or academic gatherings. Plural: Konferenzen.