news - Master This Word
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news Word Meanings
- information about recent events
- reports of current affairs
- a presentation of new information
news Example Sentences
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news Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/njuːz/
US
/nuːz/
news Word Etymology
news = new + -s (plural); Middle English 'newes' was the plural of 'new'. Picture people gathered around a town square, eagerly sharing the latest updates, like they are sharing fresh news every day. This reflects how news captures new information.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
News is information about recent events presented as stories or reports. It can come from newspapers, television, radio, websites, or social media, and its purpose is to tell what happened, who was involved, where it occurred, and why it matters. In English, 'the news' is treated as a collective, usually taking a singular verb ('The news is good') but appearing in plural form in the old counting sense. We commonly hear phrases like 'breaking news', 'the latest news', or 'news about...'. News focuses on new information rather than history, and it is an uncountable or plural-form noun depending on context. Learners should note common collocations and typical verb patterns that accompany news items.
Usage Reminders
- Treat 'news' as a collective noun that usually takes a singular verb.
- Use 'the news' to refer to information about current events, not a single item.
- Common collocations include breaking news, the latest news, and good/bad news.
- Do not say 'a news' or 'newses'.
- When you report on many stories, you can say 'news items' or 'news reports'.
Common Misconceptions
- News is always plural; you must say 'The news are' in everyday speech.
- News and new are the same word, so learners think 'news' means something new.
- News can be countable; you can say 'a news' or 'three news'.
- All news is good news, or news always refers to positive updates.
- The word 'news' refers to the past only, not current events.
Thinking Differences
In English, news is a collective noun that often takes a singular verb, which can confuse learners who expect a plural form. Learners frequently try to say 'The news are' or 'a news', and miss fixed phrases like 'the latest news' or 'breaking news'.
Learning Tips
- Learn common collocations: breaking news, the latest news, news about …
- Remember that 'news' is usually singular despite its appearance.
- Use 'news items' when you mean individual stories.
- Practice with sentences like 'The news is...', 'The news reports say...'.
- Avoid 'a news' or 'newses'.
- Read headlines to spot typical news language and verb patterns.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'news'?
A.Meal of the day
B.Information about recent events
C.Loud noise
D.Pleasant smell
Step 2: Usage
How is the word 'news' used in a sentence?
A.I watch the news every evening to stay informed.
B.Heard a loud news coming from the kitchen.
C.She cooked a delicious news for dinner.
D.I love the news of fresh flowers in the garden.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is similar to 'news'?
A.Darkness
B.Silence
C.Information
D.Joy
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'news'?
A.Quiet
B.Still
C.Sad
D.Old
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you encounter the word 'news'?
A.Taking a bath
B.Listening to a radio broadcast
C.Fixing a car engine
D.Flying a kite
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