Korean Dictionary
How to say "Reporter" in Korean
“Reporter” in Korean is 리포터 (pronounced "ripoteo").
리포터
ripoteo
Usage & Context
A reporter covers events on the ground and delivers live updates. Field reporters in Korea often report from conflict zones or major news events.
Example Sentence
리포터가 현장에서 실시간으로 보도했다.
The reporter delivered a live report from the scene.
How to use 리포터 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Reporter” is 리포터, romanized as ripoteo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'ree-po-teo' — a loanword. 리 like 'ree', 포 like 'poh', and 터 like 'teo' with a soft stop. Flows as three light syllables.
More Example Sentences
A news broadcast during a storm.
기상 리포터가 태풍의 영향을 실시간으로 전했다.
The weather reporter relayed the typhoon's impact in real time.
A celebrity news profile.
그녀는 연예 리포터로 데뷔했어요.
She debuted as an entertainment reporter.
A red carpet coverage recap.
리포터가 행사장에서 스타들을 인터뷰했다.
The reporter interviewed the stars at the event venue.
Cultural Context
In Korean media, 리포터 typically means a field or on-screen reporter — especially in entertainment, sports, or weather coverage — while 기자 refers to a credentialed print or news journalist. Many 리포터 start as TV announcers (아나운서) or are trained through 아카데미 academies. The role is often associated with energetic, personable delivery, and female 리포터 are highly visible in Korean variety shows and morning programs.
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Common Phrases
리포터가 현장에 있습니다.
The reporter is at the scene.
리포터로 활동하고 있어요.
I'm working as a reporter.
리포터 일은 어때요?
How is your reporter job?
Related Expressions
기자
gija
Journalist/reporter (news side)
아나운서
anaunseo
Announcer (studio anchor)
현장
hyeonjang
Scene/on-site location
취재
chwijae
News gathering/reporting work
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