info
C2Pronunciation
UK
- /ˈɪnfəʊ/
US
- /ˈɪnfoʊ/
Description
- information
- data
- facts
- details
"Info" is a short, casual way to say "information." It means facts, details, or useful knowledge that someone gives, gets, or asks for. You might ask for "info" about a job, a train time, a game, or a place to eat. It is common in everyday speech and writing, especially when the tone is relaxed and direct.
People often use "info" when they want to sound quick and natural. It appears in conversation, text messages, signs, websites, and work messages. In more formal writing, "information" is still more common, but "info" is widely understood and feels normal in daily use.
"Info" is a shortened form of "information." It refers to facts, details, or knowledge that help someone understand something. Although it began as a shorter version of a longer word, it is now very common in everyday English and often sounds natural on its own.
You will hear "info" in many situations. A friend might ask for "info" about a party, a traveler might look for "info" about a station, or a team at work might need more "info" before making a choice. The word can point to a small detail or to a larger set of facts, depending on the situation.
The word is especially common in informal and semi-formal English. You can see it in phrases like "contact info," "travel info," or "more info." In these cases, it keeps the message short and easy to read. In formal reports, academic writing, or legal documents, people usually choose "information" instead.
Because it is short and friendly, "info" fits modern English very well. It is useful when people want to share knowledge quickly without sounding too formal. In simple terms, if "information" is the full version, "info" is the everyday version that people reach for when they want facts or details fast.
Examples
- 1
Travel schedule
I need some info about the train schedule.
- 2
Applications
The website has all the info you need to apply.
- 3
Contact details
Can you send me your contact info?
- 4
Tourist office
We stopped at the tourist office for some local info.
- 5
Job ad
The ad gave very little info about the actual job.
- 6
Company research
I couldn't find much info on the company online.
Pattern
info on + topic
information about it
- 7
Confidential knowledge
She seems to have inside info about the merger.
Phrase
inside info
secret information known by only a few people
- 8
Practical update
Just for your info, the meeting has been moved to Friday.
Phrase
for your info
used to tell someone something they should know
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- infonoun