# spokesman

/ˈspoʊksmən/ (US) · /spˈəʊksmən/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/spokesman
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

a person who is chosen to speak for a group or an organization. You usually see them giving official information to the news.

For teachers: a person designated to speak on behalf of an organization or group. Often used in the context of public relations or official government communication.

## Examples

- The company spokesman answered questions from the reporters.
- A spokesman for the fire department confirmed that everyone escaped the building safely before the roof collapsed.
- The official spokesman declined to comment on the ongoing investigation, citing the need to protect the privacy of those involved until the final report is released.

## Pitfalls

- Not "the spokesman of the company" but "the spokesman for the company" — While 'of' is sometimes used, 'for' is the standard preposition to indicate representation.

## Usage notes

- Often followed by the preposition 'for' to indicate the group being represented.

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