What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
streaming
Example
I love streaming movies on Netflix. [streaming: present participle]
Example
The concert will be available for streaming on their website. [streaming: noun]
broadcasting
Example
The game will be broadcasted on ESPN tonight. [broadcasted: past tense]
Example
The radio station is broadcasting live from the festival. [broadcasting: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Streaming is more commonly used than broadcasting in modern language, especially in the context of online media consumption. However, broadcasting is still widely used in traditional media outlets such as radio and television.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between streaming and broadcasting?
Both streaming and broadcasting can be used in formal and informal contexts, but broadcasting may be more associated with formal settings such as news broadcasts or official announcements.
