🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

放送

Pronunciation / Transliteration: hōsō

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Broadcasting/ˈbrɔːd.kæst.ɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"このイベントの放送は数百万人の視聴者に届きました。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The transmission of programs or information by radio or television.

    "The broadcasting of the event reached millions of viewers around the world."
  2. 2

    The act of sending out messages or information to a large audience.

    "The broadcasting of news updates is crucial during emergencies."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'broadcasting' originates from the early 19th century, derived from the agricultural practice of 'broadcasting' seeds. The metaphorical use in media emerged in the early 20th century as radio and television began to disseminate information widely.

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