Translation guide
The English word 'broadcaster' can refer to a person, an organization, or equipment. This guide helps learners choose the right Japanese term based on context.
Referring to a person who presents or announces on TV or radio.
Most common term for a professional announcer or presenter on TV/radio. Often used for news readers and show hosts.
She is a TV broadcaster.
Short for 'newscaster'. Refers specifically to news anchors or commentators. Often used in compound words like ニュースキャスター.
He is a famous news broadcaster.
Literal translation meaning 'broadcaster' as a person who broadcasts. Rarely used in everyday speech; sounds formal or technical.
The broadcaster is responsible for the program content.
Referring to a company or entity that broadcasts programs.
Standard term for a broadcasting station or network. Used for both TV and radio.
NHK is a Japanese public broadcaster.
Formal term for a broadcasting entity, often used in legal or business contexts.
Specifically a TV station. Very common in everyday conversation.
Referring to a piece of equipment that transmits signals.
アナウンサー is a general term for announcers and presenters, while キャスター specifically refers to news anchors or commentators. Use アナウンサー for most TV/radio personalities, and キャスター when emphasizing news delivery.
sports program broadcaster
economic news broadcaster
Broadcasters need a license.
I work at a local TV broadcaster.
新しい送信機を設置した。
We installed a new broadcaster.