Explanation at your level:
A report is a paper with information. You write a report for school. It tells facts. It is very useful for teachers to see what you know.
A report is a document that gives information about a specific topic. You might write a report about an animal or a trip. It helps other people learn things quickly.
A report is a formal presentation of facts or data. In a business context, people write reports to update their managers on project progress. It is important to be clear and organized when you write one.
A report serves as an analytical document. It often includes research, findings, and recommendations. In professional environments, you are expected to file a report to document your work or investigate a specific issue.
A report functions as a structured medium for conveying complex information to a target audience. It requires high levels of synthesis and objectivity. Whether it is a scientific report or a financial audit, the quality of the report often dictates the quality of the subsequent decision-making process.
The term report carries significant weight in institutional and academic discourse. It acts as the primary vehicle for accountability and empirical verification. Etymologically, it reflects the 'carrying back' of knowledge, a concept that underpins the scientific method and journalistic integrity, ensuring that information is not just gathered, but disseminated with precision.
Mot en 30 secondes
- A report is a structured document.
- It presents facts or analysis.
- It is used in business and school.
- The plural is reports.
When you think of a report, imagine a bridge between information and understanding. It is a way to take a bunch of facts, data, or observations and put them into a structure that others can easily digest.
You might encounter a school report, a news report, or a business report. In every case, the goal is the same: to deliver accurate information to someone who needs it to make a decision or learn something new.
The word report has a fascinating journey through time. It comes from the Old French word reporter, which means 'to carry back' or 'to tell'. This traces all the way back to the Latin reportare, where re- means 'back' and portare means 'to carry'.
Think of it literally: you are 'carrying back' information from a place, event, or study to the person who asked for it. It entered English in the 14th century, originally referring to the act of repeating information or rumors.
In daily life, report is a versatile noun. You will often hear it in professional settings, like 'submitting a report' or 'reading a report.' It acts as a bridge between casual conversation and formal documentation.
When you are writing, you might use verbs like write, file, or draft a report. If you are talking about news, you might hear about a breaking news report. It is a very neutral term, fitting perfectly in both academic essays and office emails.
Idioms involving 'report' often deal with the truth or public perception. For example, report card is often used metaphorically to judge someone's performance in life. To report for duty is a classic military phrase meaning to arrive and be ready to work.
Another common one is money is no object (though not directly using the word, it relates to reporting financial status). We also say by all reports, which means 'according to what everyone is saying.' Finally, a progress report is a common way to ask someone how their project is going.
The word report is a regular noun, so its plural is simply reports. It is a countable noun, meaning you can have 'a report' or 'many reports'.
Pronunciation-wise, the stress is on the second syllable: ri-PORT. In British English, the 'r' at the end is often silent or very soft, while in American English, it is rhotic and pronounced clearly. It rhymes with short, port, court, sort, and support.
Fun Fact
It shares a root with 'portable'.
Pronunciation Guide
Stress on the second syllable, non-rhotic.
Stress on the second syllable, clear r sound.
Common Errors
- Misplacing stress on the first syllable (RE-port).
- Pronouncing it like 're-part'.
- Swallowing the final t.
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy to read
Requires structure
Common word
Clear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
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Grammar to Know
Countable Nouns
a report/reports
Articles
the report
Simple Past
I wrote a report
Examples by Level
I wrote a report.
I (subject) wrote (verb) a report (noun).
Simple past tense.
The report is long.
The report (noun) is (verb) long (adjective).
State of being.
Read the report.
Read (verb) the report (noun).
Imperative form.
I like the report.
I (subject) like (verb) the report (noun).
Simple present.
Where is the report?
Where (question word) is (verb) the report (noun)?
Question structure.
This is my report.
This (subject) is (verb) my (possessive) report (noun).
Possessive adjective.
The report is on the desk.
The report (noun) is (verb) on (preposition) the desk (noun).
Preposition of place.
I need a report.
I (subject) need (verb) a report (noun).
Need + noun.
I read the news report.
The report is due tomorrow.
She finished her school report.
The weather report says rain.
Can you write a report?
The report has many pages.
I checked the financial report.
The report was very clear.
The committee published a detailed report.
He is working on his annual report.
The police report was filed yesterday.
I need to summarize the report.
The report highlights several problems.
Please review the report before the meeting.
The report contains important data.
The progress report is ready.
The investigative report caused a scandal.
The report offers a comprehensive analysis.
We are waiting for the final report.
The report was commissioned by the board.
His report was critical of the management.
The report provides a snapshot of the economy.
She submitted a report on the findings.
The report is based on extensive research.
The report serves as a definitive account of the event.
The findings in the report were corroborated by experts.
The report outlines a strategic framework for growth.
The report was instrumental in changing policy.
He drafted a report that challenged existing theories.
The report provides a nuanced perspective on the crisis.
The report is a testament to their thorough research.
The report was disseminated to all stakeholders.
The report constitutes a seminal work in the field.
The report elucidates the complexities of the situation.
The report was a damning indictment of the company's ethics.
The report provides an exhaustive survey of the literature.
The report is predicated on a series of false assumptions.
The report serves as an authoritative source of information.
The report was meticulously compiled over several years.
The report offers a profound insight into human behavior.
Collocations courantes
Idioms & Expressions
"by all reports"
according to what everyone says
By all reports, the movie is excellent.
neutral"report card"
a document showing performance
He got a great report card this term.
neutral"report for duty"
arrive to start work
The soldiers reported for duty at dawn.
formal"a progress report"
an update on how things are going
Give me a progress report on the house renovation.
neutral"on the record"
officially stated
He made his complaints on the record.
formal"a glowing report"
a very positive review
She gave a glowing report of the new restaurant.
neutralEasily Confused
Both are documents.
A record is historical data; a report is an analysis.
I keep a record of my spending; I wrote a report on my spending.
Both are written.
An article is for a magazine; a report is for business/school.
I read an article about cats.
Both are written.
An essay is an opinion piece; a report is factual.
I wrote an essay on history.
General term.
Paper is the material or a general term for a document.
I have a paper to write.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + wrote + a + report
I wrote a report.
The + report + is + adjective
The report is long.
Please + submit + the + report
Please submit the report.
The + report + highlights + noun
The report highlights the issues.
According + to + the + report
According to the report, it will rain.
Famille de mots
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
Apparenté
How to Use It
9
Formality Scale
Erreurs courantes
Ensure you use the correct part of speech.
We usually report on a topic.
Report is a countable noun.
Reporter is the person, report is the document.
Just add -s.
Tips
Memory Palace
Visualize a stack of papers on your desk.
Native Usage
Use 'file a report' for police.
Cultural Insight
School reports are common in the UK/US.
Grammar Shortcut
Always use an article.
Say It Right
Stress the second syllable.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't say 'a reportings'.
Did You Know?
It comes from 'carrying back'.
Study Smart
Read news reports daily.
Improve Writing
Use action verbs in reports.
Speaking Tip
Clearly enunciate the final 't'.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
RE-PORT: You carry the PORT (information) back RE (again).
Visual Association
A journalist holding a notepad.
Word Web
Défi
Write a report on your day.
Origine du mot
Latin
Original meaning: To carry back
Contexte culturel
None, very neutral.
Widely used in schools and offices.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
School
- report card
- write a report
- hand in report
Business
- annual report
- submit a report
- read the report
News
- breaking news report
- weather report
- live report
Police
- file a report
- police report
- report a crime
Conversation Starters
"Have you ever had to write a long report?"
"Do you prefer reading news reports or watching them?"
"What was your school report like?"
"Why are annual reports important for companies?"
"Have you ever had to file a police report?"
Journal Prompts
Write a short report about your favorite hobby.
Describe a time you had to present a report.
Why do you think reports are necessary?
If you had to write a report on the world, what would you include?
Questions fréquentes
8 questionsYes, it can be both a noun and a verb.
Add an 's' to make it 'reports'.
It is neutral but often used in formal settings.
A report about current events.
Yes, but 'report on' is more common.
Yes, you can have one or many reports.
Anyone who needs to share information.
No, a book is usually longer and creative.
Teste-toi
I wrote a ___ for school.
Report is the document.
What is a report?
A report is a document.
A report is usually a spoken story.
It is usually a written document.
Word
Signification
These are common collocations.
Subject-Verb-Object.
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Summary
A report is a structured way to carry information from one place to another.
- A report is a structured document.
- It presents facts or analysis.
- It is used in business and school.
- The plural is reports.
Memory Palace
Visualize a stack of papers on your desk.
Native Usage
Use 'file a report' for police.
Cultural Insight
School reports are common in the UK/US.
Grammar Shortcut
Always use an article.
Exemple
I have to write a school report about my favorite animal.
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