blogger
Blogger (noun) means someone who writes posts for a blog or online journal on a regular basis. Example: “The travel blogger posted photos from her trip to Japan.”
How to Use Blogger
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who runs or writes for a blog.
Word Forms
bloggers plural
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
The travel _____ posted photos from her trip to Japan.
Etymology
From "blog" (itself a shortening of "weblog") plus the agent suffix "-er" — the same pattern as "writer" or "singer."
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What does “blogger” mean?
The word “blogger” means someone who writes posts for a blog or online journal on a regular basis. In plain terms, someone who runs or writes for a blog.
How do you pronounce “blogger”?
“Blogger” is pronounced BLO-guh (/ˈblɔ.ɡəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “blogger” in a sentence?
Here is “blogger” used in a sentence: “The travel blogger posted photos from her trip to Japan.”
What part of speech is “blogger”?
“Blogger” is a noun.
Is “blogger” a common word?
“Blogger” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between a blogger and a journalist?
A blogger writes posts for a blog on a regular basis, often on personal or niche topics, while a journalist typically works within professional standards of reporting for an established publication. Some bloggers do practice journalism, but the term blogger itself does not imply formal training or editorial oversight.
What is the difference between a blogger and an influencer?
A blogger focuses on writing posts for a blog, while an influencer is defined more by having an audience that they persuade or affect, often across multiple platforms like video or social media. Many influencers started or still maintain blogs, so the two roles frequently overlap.
Do you need a website to be called a blogger?
Generally yes, since a blogger is someone who writes posts for a blog or online journal, which requires a blog platform or website to publish on. Posting only on social media is usually described differently, such as being a content creator.