info
word
/ˈɪnfoʊ/
IN-foh
/ˈɪnfəʊ/
IN-foh
Definition
'Info' is an informal, short way to say 'information.' It is often used in casual speech or writing.
Usage & Nuances
Extremely informal; do not use in formal writing. Common in emails, text messages, websites, and spoken English. Often paired with words like 'need', 'get', or 'more'. 'Info' and 'information' mean the same, but 'information' is more formal.
Spanish: informaciónPortuguese (BR): informaçãoPortuguese (PT): informaçãoChinese (Simplified): 信息（口语）Chinese (Traditional): 資訊（口語）Hindi: जानकारीArabic: معلوماتBengali: ইনফো - তথ্য (অনানুষ্ঠানিক)Russian: инфа - информация (разг.)Japanese: インフォ - 情報（カジュアル）Vietnamese: thông tin (thân mật) - infoKorean: 인포 - 정보(비격식)Turkish: info - bilgilendirme (gayriresmî)Urdu: انفو - معلومات (غیر رسمی)Indonesian: info - informasi (gaul)
Example Sentences
I’ll send you the info as soon as I get it.
natural
Sorry, I don’t have that info right now.
natural
Can you give me some info about the event?
basic
She needs more info before deciding.
basic
Where can I find info on this topic?
basic
The website has all the info you need.
natural