# tweeting

/twˈiːtɪŋ/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/tweeting
Updated: 2026-06-20

## Senses

### 1. posting on social media

verb · CEFR B1

posting a short message or update on the social media platform X, which used to be called Twitter.

For teachers: the act of publishing a microblogging post on the platform formerly known as Twitter.

- She was tweeting about the concert while she was still standing in the front row.
- The journalist spent the afternoon tweeting live updates from the courthouse, ensuring his followers received the verdict in real time.

Usage: Often used with 'about' to indicate the subject of the post.

### 2. bird sounds

verb · CEFR B1

making the short, high-pitched sound of a small bird.

For teachers: the production of short, high-pitched chirping sounds characteristic of small birds.

- I woke up to the sound of birds tweeting in the trees outside my window.
- The dawn chorus was particularly loud this morning, with dozens of sparrows tweeting incessantly from the hedgerow.

### 3. the activity of microblogging

noun · CEFR B2

the general activity of using Twitter or X to share messages.

For teachers: the practice or instance of using a microblogging service to communicate with an audience.

- Excessive tweeting during work hours can sometimes lead to a drop in productivity.
- The candidate's constant tweeting became a central theme of the campaign, drawing both praise for transparency and criticism for lack of filter.

## Examples

- She is tweeting about the new movie.
- The mayor started tweeting daily updates to keep residents informed during the storm.
- Politicians often tweet carefully crafted statements to shape public opinion before the morning news cycle begins.

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