Media & Entertainment

20 words

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   musicnoun/ˈmjuːzɪk/

   vocal or instrumental sounds combined to produce harmony, melody, or rhythm; songs or musical compositions

   “She listens to classical music while studying.”

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   newspapernoun/ˈnjuːzˌpeɪpə/

   a printed or online publication issued regularly, containing news, articles, and advertisements

   “I read the local newspaper to keep up with community events.”

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   televisionnoun/ˈtelɪˌvɪʒən/

   the system or programmes for broadcasting moving images and sound, or the device used to watch them

   “I saw the news on television last night.”

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   newsnoun (uncountable)/njuːz/

   information about recent events reported by newspapers, TV, radio, or online media.

   “I watch the news every evening to keep up with current events.”

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   channelnoun/ˈtʃænəl/

   a TV or online station that broadcasts different programmes

   “I usually watch the morning news on that channel.”

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   filmnoun/fɪlm/

   a story recorded with actors and shown at cinemas or on TV; a motion picture.

   “We went to the cinema to see a new film.”

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   journalistnoun/ˈdʒɜːnəlɪst/

   a person who writes news stories or reports for newspapers, magazines, or broadcasts

   “The journalist interviewed three witnesses for the article.”

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   audiencenoun (collective)/ˈɔːdiəns/

   the group of people who watch, listen to, or attend a performance, programme, or speech.

   “The audience applauded loudly at the end of the play.”

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   radionoun/ˈreɪdiəʊ/

   a system or station for broadcasting sound programmes, or the device used to receive them

   “I listen to the radio in the car every morning.”

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    advertisementnoun/ədˈvɜːtɪsmənt/

    a short announcement, picture, or film that tries to sell a product or service or promote an event.

    “I saw an advertisement for a new phone on YouTube.”

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    programmenoun/ˈprəʊɡræm/

    a specific TV or radio show or planned event

    “The educational programme will be broadcast on Saturday.”

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    broadcastverb / noun/ˈbrɔːdkɑːst/

    to send out a programme or some information by radio or television; the programme that is sent out.

    “The match will be broadcast live at 8 pm.”

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    contentnoun/ˈkɒntent/

    the information or material contained in something such as a website, book, or programme

    “The website updates its content every week.”

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    magazinenoun/ˌmæɡəˈziːn/

    a regular publication with articles and photographs on a particular subject

    “She writes a monthly column for a travel magazine.”

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    celebritynoun/səˈleb.rə.ti/

    a famous person, especially in entertainment, sports, or public life.

    “That celebrity was photographed leaving the restaurant.”

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    reviewnoun/verb/rɪˈvjuː/

    an evaluation or assessment of something (n); to evaluate or assess (v)

    “I read a review of the film before I decided to watch it.”

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    criticnoun/ˈkrɪtɪk/

    a person who evaluates and expresses opinions about art, books, films, music, etc.

    “The film critic praised the director's use of colour.”

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    streamingnoun/verb (gerund)/ˈstriːmɪŋ/

    the transmission or reception of data (especially video and audio material) over the internet in real time

    “Many people prefer streaming shows rather than buying DVDs.”

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    medianoun/ˈmiːdɪə/

    the channels of mass communication such as newspapers, television, and websites

    “The media covered the election extensively.”

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    platformnoun/ˈplætfɔːm/

    a service or technology where people can share content or interact, often online

    “Many creators use online platforms to share their videos.”