Translation and Meaning of: 報じる - houjiru

The Japanese word 「報じる」 (houjiru) is a verb that means "to report," "to inform," or "to announce." This word is widely used in the context of journalism and media, where journalists and reporters "報じる" events and news. The expression can also be applied in everyday situations where the communication of information is relevant.

Etymologically, 「報じる」 is composed of two kanji: 「報」 and 「じる」. The kanji 「報」 (hou) means "report," "news," or "retribution." It is associated with the delivery of information and is often used in words related to news and communication. The suffix 「じる」 (jiru) is an auxiliary verb meaning "to do" or "to act," and is used to initiate an action related to the preceding radical. In this case, it indicates the action of reporting or informing.

The origin of the kanji 「報」 dates back to the concept of communication and the transmission of information. Ancient societies already valued the importance of sharing essential information for the safety and survival of communities. In Japan, with the evolution of the writing system, this kanji formally came to represent the act of reporting, consolidating its use in various fields, particularly in journalism and social communication.

In the contemporary context, the verb 「報じる」 becomes vital in the era of quick and digital information. In addition to traditional journalism, the expression is often used on digital platforms and social media, where news is "報じる" almost in real time. Media companies and individuals need to consider accuracy and ethics when "報じる," ensuring that the information is verified before being shared with a wider audience.

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Synonyms and similar words

伝える (tsutaeru) - Transmit, communicate.
伝達する (dendantaru) - Transmit, pass on (information).
伝え聞く (tsutae kiku) - Hearing about something that was broadcast.
伝聞する (denbun suru) - Report something that was heard from third parties.
伝え知る (tsutae shiru) - Getting to know through transmission.
伝知する (denchi suru) - Make someone known through broadcasting.
伝え示す (tsutae shimesu) - Show or indicate something through transmission.
伝え伝える (tsutae tsutaeru) - Transmit in layers, moving from one to another.
伝え告げる (tsutae tsugeru) - Inform or notify through a broadcast.
伝え教える (tsutae oshieru) - Teaching through the transmission of information.
伝わり聞く (tsutawari kiku) - To hear about something that was transmitted (similar to 伝え聞く).
伝わり知る (tsutawari shiru) - To know something that was transmitted.
伝わり渡る (tsutawari wataru) - Transit or flow through a transmission.
伝わり広がる (tsutawari hirogaru) - Spread or propagate through transmission.
伝わり伝える (tsutawari tsutaeru) - Transmit in a way that reaches many.
伝わり伝わる (tsutawari tsutawaru) - Continue with a broadcast.
伝わり伝え聞く (tsutawari tsutae kiku) - Hear something that was widely broadcast.
伝わり伝え知る (tsutawari tsutae shiru) - Learning about something that was widely broadcast.
伝わり伝え出す (tsutawari tsutae dasu) - Start the transmission of something that was told.