1.
information source; source of information
The origin or provider of information. Used in journalism, research, and general contexts to refer to where information comes from.
情報源を明らかにできない。
I cannot reveal my source.
信頼できる情報源から得た情報だ。
This is information obtained from a reliable source.
インターネットは便利な情報源だが、正確さの確認が必要だ。
The internet is a convenient source of information, but it's necessary to verify accuracy.
USAGE:
Used in journalism to refer to confidential sources, and more broadly in everyday contexts for any origin of information. Protecting 情報源 is an important principle in Japanese journalism.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 情報源を守る (to protect one's sources)
- 信頼できる情報源 (reliable source)
- 情報源を明らかにする (to reveal one's source)
- 複数の情報源 (multiple sources)
WORD FORMATION:
情報 (information) + 源 (source, origin).