podcasting
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpɒdˌkɑːstɪŋ/
KK: /ˈpɑːdˌkæstɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of creating and distributing audio or video files online, which people can listen to or watch on their devices.
Example
I enjoy podcasting because it allows me to share my thoughts with a wide audience.
Conversation
Have you ever tried podcasting?
No, but I've heard it can be really fun!
It's a great way to share your thoughts with others through podcasting.
I might give it a shot — it sounds like a cool hobby!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
broadcasting
streaming
audiocasting
Antonyms
silence
censorship
disconnection
verb
Definition
The action of creating and distributing audio or video episodes for an online audience.
Example
She enjoys podcasting about technology trends and innovations.
Tense Forms
Past: podcasted
Past Participle: podcasted
Conversation
Have you ever thought about podcasting?
I have! It sounds like a fun way to share ideas.
Yeah, I think I might start podcasting about my favorite books.
Root Explanation
Podcasting → It is formed from "pod" (from iPod, a brand name for a portable media player) and "casting" (from Old English "castan", meaning to throw or to broadcast). The term refers to the act of broadcasting audio content, typically in episodic form, through the internet, often for playback on portable devices.
Memory Tip
Imagine throwing audio content ('casting') to your portable media player ('pod') — that's how podcasting works.
Visually Confused Words
posting
pasting
casting
probroadcasting
prebroadcasting
outcasting