briefing
word
/ˈbɹifɪŋ/
BREE-fing
/bɹˈiːfɪŋ/
BREE-fing
Definition
A meeting or document where important information or instructions are quickly given, usually before an event or task.
Usage & Nuances
'Briefing' is used formally, often in business, military, or journalism. Common phrases: 'press briefing', 'morning briefing', 'security briefing'. It usually refers to a short, focused meeting or summary. Not used for casual conversations.
Spanish: informe - sesión informativaPortuguese (BR): instrução - reunião de alinhamentoPortuguese (PT): instrução - reunião de informaçãoChinese (Simplified): 简报Chinese (Traditional): 簡報Hindi: संक्षिप्त जानकारी (briefing) - ब्रीफिंगArabic: إحاطة - موجزBengali: ব্রিফিং - সংক্ষিপ্ত নির্দেশিকাRussian: брифингJapanese: ブリーフィングVietnamese: cuộc họp thông báo - buổi họp tóm tắtKorean: 브리핑 - 간단한 설명Turkish: brifing - kısa bilgilendirmeUrdu: بریفنگ - مختصر ہدایتIndonesian: briefing - pengarahan singkat
Example Sentences
We have a briefing before the meeting.
basic
The manager gave a short briefing to the team.
basic
The press briefing is scheduled for 2 p.m.
natural
Did you attend the safety briefing?
basic
Let's do a quick briefing before we start the project.
natural
She took notes during the morning briefing.
natural