tweet

USAGE SUMMARY

"tweet" is a correct and usable word in written English.
The most common use of the word is to refer to an individual post on the social networking website, Twitter. For example, "I just tweeted about my exciting new project!".

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Social Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

"I couldn't get my head around why someone would go to the effort of looking someone up, and then sending them a nasty tweet.

The Guardian - Tech

Musharaf was perhaps most impressed by a tweet from the Bradford-born magician Dynamo, who tweeted him a big "Well done bro!".

The Guardian - TV & Radio

#19slams" before removing her tweet – perhaps at Moore's request?

The Guardian - Sport

And if you see something you like during the week, tweet it to us @gdnwomenleaders and if we use it we'll make sure to credit you.

The Guardian

But a tweet by Murdoch contests the claim, claiming the paper has made a "weird leap" and there has been a "misunderstanding somewhere".

The Guardian

But a spokesman later said they were "not in a position to deny" Khawaja had in fact sent an earlier false tweet announcing the Queen's death.

The Guardian

US news channel CNN was forced to recall a tweet it sent about the Queen being in hospital, saying it was sent in error.

The Guardian

Khawaja later deleted the original tweet and called it a false alarm.

The Guardian

The BBC press office's statement directly contradicted Khawaja's explanation of a prank, saying the accidental tweet had been linked to the training exercise.

The Guardian

Astley thinks that something as simple as sending a LinkedIn message or replying to a single tweet can spark a long professional relationship.

The Guardian

If you'd like to add your opinion, please take our poll and/or tweet us @GdnHealthcare.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "tweet" in formal writing, consider whether a more general term like "social media post" would be more appropriate.

Common error

Avoid using "tweet" excessively in academic or professional writing. Instead, opt for more formal alternatives such as "social media update" or "online communication" to maintain a professional tone.

Linguistic Context

The word "tweet" functions as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to an individual post on Twitter. As a verb, it means to post something on Twitter. Ludwig AI confirms this dual functionality.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

65%

Social Media

30%

Formal & Business

5%

Less common in

Science

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The term "tweet" is a versatile word, functioning as both a noun and a verb, primarily associated with the Twitter platform. As Ludwig AI confirms, it is grammatically correct and widely used. While very common in news and media, and, of course, social media contexts, it's essential to consider formality when using "tweet" in academic or professional settings, as there are suitable alternatives such as "social media post". With a high source quality score and expert rating, "tweet" remains a relevant and widely understood term in today's digital communication landscape.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

post on Twitter

Specifies the social media platform where the action occurs.

send a tweet

Emphasizes the action of sending a message.

write a tweet

Focuses on the act of composing the message.

share on Twitter

Highlights the sharing aspect of the message.

put out a tweet

Informal way to describe publishing a tweet.

post an update

Broader term that includes other platforms besides Twitter.

microblog

Refers to the act of posting short updates.

social media update

More general term for updates on any social media platform.

digital dispatch

A more formal and literary way to refer to a social media post.

online announcement

Emphasizes the announcement aspect of the message.

FAQs

How do you use "tweet" in a sentence?

You can use "tweet" as a noun, referring to a post on Twitter, or as a verb, meaning to post on Twitter. For example, "I read a funny tweet this morning" or "I'm going to tweet about the conference."

What's a more formal alternative to "tweet"?

In more formal contexts, you can use alternatives such as "social media post", "online update", or "digital communication".

Is it correct to say "tweeted"?

Yes, "tweeted" is the past tense and past participle of "tweet", used to describe something that was posted on Twitter in the past. For instance, "She tweeted about the event yesterday."

What is the difference between "tweet" and "post"?

"Tweet" specifically refers to a message on Twitter, while "post" is a more general term that can refer to messages on various social media platforms or online forums. Therefore, all tweets are posts, but not all posts are tweets.