News Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈnjuz/, /ˈnuz/

NYOOZ or NOOZ

UK

/njˈuːz/

NYOOZ

Definition

Information about recent or important events, usually delivered through television, radio, newspapers, or the internet. "News" can also mean new information about a person, situation, or topic.

Usage & Nuances

"News" is uncountable in English: say 'the news is...' not 'the news are...'. Used for both general media reports and personal updates ('I've got news for you!'). Common collocations: 'breaking news', 'good/bad news', 'watch the news'.

• Spanish: noticias
• Portuguese (BR): notícias
• Portuguese (PT): notícias
• Chinese (Simplified): 新闻
• Chinese (Traditional): 新聞
• Hindi: ख़बरें
• Arabic: أخبار
• Bengali: সংবাদ - খবর
• Russian: новости
• Japanese: ニュース
• Vietnamese: tin tức
• Korean: 뉴스
• Turkish: haber
• Urdu: خبریں
• Indonesian: berita

Example Sentences

I watch the news every evening.

basic

The news is not always good.

basic

Did you hear the news about Emma?

basic

I've got some exciting news to share!

natural

Let's turn on the TV and see if there's any news about the storm.

natural

Bad news travels fast.

natural