Words / A2

in-fuh-MAY-shun/ˌɪnfəˈmeɪʃn/

Information is facts you can learn. It is uncountable in English: some information, a piece of information — not “informations.” News is new information about events. Data is more technical. Ask for information, give information.

Meaning

Facts or details about something.

Examples

• “This page gives information about the word.”
• “I need more information.”
• “This site provides useful information.”

Good to know

Uncountable: some information / a piece of information. Not “informations.”

Near in meaning

facts

New