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아나운서

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Meaning and Usage

The word '아나운서' refers to a professional announcer or broadcaster, commonly seen on TV or radio. They often present news, sports, or other programs. This term is formal and used in media contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 아나운서 진행 (announcer hosting): used when talking about the announcer leading a program.
  • 뉴스 아나운서 (news announcer): specifically refers to someone who reads the news.
  • 스포츠 아나운서 (sports announcer): refers to an announcer specializing in sports commentary.

Usage Notes

When using '아나운서', it implies a professional role rather than a casual speaker. Learners sometimes confuse '아나운서' with '방송인' (broadcaster), but '아나운서' is more specific to the role of announcing or presenting. It is polite and neutral in tone, suitable for formal and informal contexts.

Common Mistake

Avoid using '아나운서' to refer to any person who speaks on TV; it specifically means someone who professionally announces or hosts. For example, a celebrity guest on a show is not called an '아나운서'.

Example Sentences

그 아나운서는 뉴스 진행을 아주 잘해요.

Geu anaunseoneun nyuseu jinhaengeul aju jalhaeyo.

That announcer is very good at hosting the news.

아나운서가 스포츠 경기 결과를 생생하게 전달했다.

Anaunseoga seupocheu gyeonggi gyeolgwareul saengsaenghage jeondalhaetda.

The announcer vividly reported the sports game results.

아나운서가 방송 중에 실수를 해서 다시 말해야 했다.

Anaunseoga bangsong junge silsureul haeseo dasi malhaeya haetda.

The announcer made a mistake during the broadcast and had to say it again.