Periodísticos

Periodísticos is the plural masculine form of the adjective periodístico, which designates something related to periodismo, the activity and industry of reporting news and Information to the public. In usage, it labels texts, styles, or tasks associated with journalism, including content produced for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or digital media.

Etymology and forms: the term derives from periodismo, combined with the suffix -ico. Its feminine form is periodística and the plural feminine is periodísticas. The expression can function as an adjective or, in some contexts, as part of a nominal phrase such as “trabajo periodístico” (journalistic work) or “texto periodístico” (journalistic text).

Usage and genres: periodísticos commonly refer to items like noticias (news reports), crónicas, reportajes, entrevistas and columnas within media outlets. It is used to classify materials or styles that belong to journalism, as well as to describe a journalist’s output or a journalistically styled piece. The term can describe both informative journalism and, in broader uses, journalism that expresses analysis or opinion within professional standards.

Context and scope: while periodístico often implies adherence to factual reporting, it also appears in discussions of “periodismo de opinión” or “periodismo investigativo,” where verification, sourcing and ethical considerations remain central. The word is widely used across Spanish-speaking regions, including Spain and Latin America, to distinguish material produced in the field of journalism from other forms of writing.

See also: periodismo, prensa, género periodístico.