twitter

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "twitter" is correct and usable in written English, particularly when referring to the social media platform.
You can use it when discussing social media, online communication, or sharing updates and news. Example: "I often check Twitter for the latest news and trends in technology."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Social Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Updated at 10.17am ET Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close.

The Guardian - Business

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 11.52am BST11 52 WICKET!

The Guardian - Sport

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 9.18am BSummary Summary Welcome to Middle East Live.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 10.27am BST10 27 You can read all today's Guardian politics stories here.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 11.30pm BST23 30 Sean Penn and Kid Rock have made a mini-movie calling for civility in political discourse and fellowship across the partisan divide.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 11.30pm BST23 30 "I thought, wow, here's ol' moderate Mitt.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 12.08pm ET17 08 The asterisk headline.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 11.12am ET16 12 Obama mentions a few budget items, including "the long-term obligations we have around things like Medicare and Social Security".

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 1.45pm ET18:45 Mitch McConnell says there'll be no government shutdown in January.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 11.18am ET16 18 This is rather sharp: You don't like a particular policy, or a particular president?

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 11.07am ET16 07 Obama quotes Fitch as saying that repeated "brinksmanship" in Washington warrants a review of the US credit worthiness.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "Twitter" when discussing specific features, policies, or events directly related to the platform, rather than general social media concepts.

Common error

Avoid using "Twitter" interchangeably with broader terms like "social media" or "online platform." "Twitter" refers specifically to the platform, while the others are more general categories.

Linguistic Context

The proper noun "Twitter" primarily functions as a name, specifically identifying the social media platform. Ludwig examples demonstrate its use in contexts referencing accounts, posts, and platform-specific features. Ludwig AI confirms that the phrase follows standard grammar rules.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

75%

Social Media

15%

Formal & Business

5%

Less common in

Science

1%

Encyclopedias

1%

Reference

1%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The term "Twitter" is a widely recognized proper noun, primarily identifying the social media platform. As Ludwig examples illustrate, it's grammatically correct and frequently used in News & Media. Ludwig AI also confirms its adherence to standard grammar rules. While the platform has rebranded as X, "Twitter" remains a common term, especially when referencing the platform's history or familiar features. It is important to consider whether you are referencing the platform, an account or an activity that happened on the platform in order to ensure clarity for the reader.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

X (formerly Twitter)

Refers to the platform after its rebranding, noting the change in name.

the Twitter platform

Explicitly mentions the platform nature of Twitter.

on Twitter

Indicates activity or presence on the platform.

tweet on Twitter

Specifies the action of posting a tweet on the platform.

Twitter account

Refers to a user's specific account on the platform.

the social media service Twitter

More formally identifies Twitter as a social media service.

post on social media

General term for sharing content on social platforms.

microblogging site

Describes the type of platform Twitter is.

social network

Refers to broader category that encompasses Twitter.

online platform

Generic term for an internet-based communication medium.

FAQs

How do I properly use "Twitter" in a sentence?

Use "Twitter" to refer to the platform itself, like in "I saw the news on "Twitter"." To refer to posting, use "tweeted on "Twitter"" or "posted on "Twitter"".

What's a good alternative to saying "Twitter"?

Depending on the context, you can use alternatives like "X (formerly "Twitter")" if you're noting the rebranding, "the "Twitter" platform", or just "social media" if you're speaking generally.

Is it redundant to say "Twitter platform"?

While ""Twitter"" alone usually implies the platform, specifying ""Twitter" platform" can add clarity, especially when distinguishing it from other social media services.

How has the rebranding to X affected usage of "Twitter"?

While the platform is officially "X (formerly "Twitter")", the term ""Twitter"" remains widely recognized and used, especially when referring to historical events or familiar features of the service.