reporters

word · lemma: reporter

/ɹɪˈpɔɹtɝz/
ri-POR-turz
/ɹɪpˈɔːtəz/
ri-PAW-tuhz

Definition

Reporters are people whose job is to gather information and tell the public about news and events, usually for TV, newspapers, radio, or online media.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to journalists who actively gather news, do interviews, and report from places where events happen. 'Reporter' is more specific than 'journalist': many reporters are journalists, but not all journalists are field reporters. Common collocations: 'news reporter', 'reporters asked questions', 'reporters on the scene'.

Example Sentences

The reporters waited outside the building.

basic

The reporters asked the mayor three questions.

basic

Two reporters are speaking on live TV.

basic

After the game, reporters crowded around the coach.

natural

The senator refused to speak to reporters.

natural

You could tell the reporters already knew part of the story.

natural