Spanish Conversation · Level 118
59 words
Spanish word
cronista
Pronunciation
IPA/kɾoˈnista/
Meaning
- noun (m./f.)reporter
Example
El cronista entrevistó al jugador después del partido.
The reporter interviewed the player after the match.
More examples
El cronista deportivo describió la jugada decisiva con detalle.
The sports reporter described the decisive play in detail.
Core concept
Chronicler who combines factual record and narrative across time.
Common phrases
cronista deportivo
sports reporter
cronista político
political reporter
Similar words
periodista: Investigates and reports news for articles or broadcasts across topics and formats.
reportero: Goes to scenes to gather facts and report immediate, on-the-spot information.
corresponsal: Relays news from another region or country, reporting local developments from there.
columnista: Writes a regular column presenting personal opinions and observations.
Definition in Spanish
Profesional que recoge y relata acontecimientos de forma cronológica, combinando datos y narración.
Word origin
The term is borrowed via medieval Latin from Greek chronos 'time' and centers on recording events along a timeline.
Usage tips
- As a byline, cronista often marks a specialist who expands and interprets events (for example cronista deportivo), not just someone filing quick news updates.