Cool MateSpokesperson
UK /["/ˈspəʊkspɜːsn/"]/US /["/ˈspəʊkspɜːrsn/"]/
Definition
a person who speaks for a group or an organization
In simple words: A person who speaks on behalf of a group or organization.
Examples
- a council spokesperson
- a spokesperson for the local council
Usage notes
Used in formal contexts when discussing representatives of companies or teams. Less common in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
be + spokesperson
Memory hint
Think of someone standing at a podium speaking for a group — 'spokes' for 'spokesperson'.
Collocations
- official spokesperson
- government spokesperson
- appointed spokesperson
- public spokesperson
Synonyms
- representative
- delegate
- agent
- mouthpiece
Antonyms
- listener
- audience
Common mistakes
- Confusing with 'spokesman', which is gender-specific and less inclusive.
- Using the term for non-representative roles, like a regular employee.