actually you guys are using 記者 totally wrong

Published on Friday, September 18, 2026

3 comments

I keep seeing people translate 記者 as 'reporter' for literally anyone on TV or YouTube. Actually, 記者 is strictly for print journalism. The 記 literally means writing down on paper. If they are on a screen, they are NOT a 記者. Stop using it for video media, it's basic kanji logic. I noticed this in a J-drama and it's so obvious once you know the rule. Stop embarrassing yourselves.

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