Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Information”
Facts and details about something that help you understand or know about it.
Word Family of Information
What is the noun of information? — information
What is the verb of information? — inform
What is the adjective of information? — informative
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I need more information about the job before I apply. A2
- The website provides useful information for travelers. B1
- The researcher gathered extensive information from historical documents. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Information
From Latin 'informatio' (concept, instruction), from 'informare' (to inform, instruct). Evolved from 'act of informing' to 'content of what is informed'.
Always uncountable in English (never 'informations'). Use 'a piece of information' or 'pieces of information' for countable quantities.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Information
Wrong: I have three informations about the project.
Correct: I have three pieces of information about the project.
Information is uncountable. Use 'pieces of information', not 'informations'.
Wrong: The information are very helpful.
Correct: The information is very helpful.
Information is singular noun, so use singular verb 'is', not 'are'.
Wrong: I got informations from many sources.
Correct: I got information from many sources.
Never add 's' to information. It is always singular in English.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Information
What are the word forms of “information”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “information”?
“information” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “information” come from?
From Latin 'informatio' (concept, instruction), from 'informare' (to inform, instruct). Evolved from 'act of informing' to 'content of what is informed'.