新闻

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Meaning and Usage

"新闻" (xīn wén) primarily means "news" or "information reported by media." It is used to refer to current events, reports, or announcements that are shared publicly.

Common Contexts

You will often see "新闻" in contexts related to media, journalism, and everyday conversations about current affairs. It can refer to a single news item (新闻) or news in general.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 新闻记者 (news reporter): a person who reports news.
  • 新闻 (watch/read the news): a common phrase for consuming news.
  • 新闻频道 (news channel): TV or online channel dedicated to news.

Usage Notes

"新闻" is a neutral term and widely used in both formal and informal contexts. It is different from "消息" which can mean "information" but is less formal and often more private or unofficial. Avoid confusing "新闻" with "报道" which emphasizes the act of reporting rather than the news content itself.

Example Sentences

I watch the news every morning to understand what is happening in the world.

This piece of news is very important; everyone is discussing it.

The news reporter interviewed witnesses at the accident scene.

He just released a piece of news about the company's development.

Please follow our news channel to get the latest information.