B2noun 2K

Reporting

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rɪˈpɔːrtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Reporting

the presenting of and writing about news on television and radio, and in newspapers

In simple words: Telling someone about something, usually in a formal way.

Reporting in a sentence

• accurate/balanced/objective reporting
• **Reporting restrictions** on the trial have been lifted *(= it can now legally be reported)*.

How to use Reporting

Used in both formal and semi-formal contexts, such as news articles, academic papers, and corporate settings. Avoid using for casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

report + object

Memory hint

Think of 'reporting' as 'reporting to the principal' — a formal obligation.

Related words

Collocations with Reporting

• news reporting
• crime reporting
• financial reporting
• reporting standards
• reporting structure

Synonyms for Reporting

• informing
• notifying
• communicating
• relaying
• describing

Opposites of Reporting

• concealing
• hiding
• suppressing

Common mistakes with Reporting

• Confusing 'reporting' with 'report' as a noun without understanding the verbal form.
• Using it in overly casual contexts where a simpler term would suffice.
• Mixing up 'reporting' with 'reportedly' which has a different meaning.

Frequently asked questions about Reporting

What does Reporting mean?

Telling someone about something, usually in a formal way.

What is the definition of Reporting?

the presenting of and writing about news on television and radio, and in newspapers

How do you use Reporting in a sentence?

accurate/balanced/objective reporting

Can you give another example of Reporting?

**Reporting restrictions** on the trial have been lifted *(= it can now legally be reported)*.

What are synonyms for Reporting?

Common alternatives include informing, notifying, communicating, relaying, describing.

What is the opposite of Reporting?

Opposite meanings include concealing, hiding, suppressing.

What words go with Reporting?

It commonly pairs with news reporting, crime reporting, financial reporting, reporting standards, reporting structure.

What are common mistakes when using Reporting?

Confusing 'reporting' with 'report' as a noun without understanding the verbal form. Using it in overly casual contexts where a simpler term would suffice. Mixing up 'reporting' with 'reportedly' which has a different meaning.

How do you pronounce Reporting?

US: /["/rɪˈpɔːrtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Reporting?

Used in both formal and semi-formal contexts, such as news articles, academic papers, and corporate settings. Avoid using for casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Reporting?

"Reporting" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.