情報源
jōhōgennoun★Intermediate
general
A source from which information is obtained or derived.
インターネットは多くの情報源として利用されています。
The internet is widely used as a source of information.
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Can refer to people, organizations, documents, or digital platforms that provide information.
Collocations
信頼できる情報源reliable source of information情報源の信頼性reliability of the source
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情報源の信頼性phrase
reliability of the source
情報源の特定phrase
identifying the source
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Usage
In formal contexts, use 情報源 to refer to official or verified sources. In informal contexts, it can refer to any source, including rumors or unverified information.
⚡Gold Rule
Accuracy Matters
Always verify the reliability of your 情報源 to ensure the information is accurate and trustworthy.
📖Word Origin
Combination of 情報 (information) + 源 (source).
📝Usage Notes
Often used in journalism, research, and digital media contexts to describe the origin of information.
Word Breakdown
情報
information
root源
source
root和英辞典