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Report about Meaning in English

expression

ɹiˈpɔɹt/, /ɹɪˈpɔɹt/ /əˈbaʊt
ri-PORT uh-BOWT or ri-PORT uh-BOWT
ɹəˈpoːt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
ruh-PAWT uh-BOWT

Definition

To give information or an official account about a particular subject, event, or situation, usually in writing or speaking.

Usage & Nuances

Fairly formal; used for sharing news, results, or updates on a topic. Common with journalists, students, or employees. Often followed by 'on' or 'about': 'report about/on the meeting.' Not used for daily conversations about personal matters.

Example Sentences

She will report about the new project in tomorrow's meeting.

basic

Can you report about what happened at school?

basic

The journalist will report about the election results on TV.

basic

Students are expected to report about their internship experiences at the end of summer.

natural

I had to report about the team's progress during the monthly review.

natural

Reporters often report about disasters to keep people informed.

natural