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Bandwidth

🇬🇧 UK //ˈbændwɪdθ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈbændˌwɪdθ//

Meaning of Bandwidth

The maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a specific time period.

In simple words: The amount of data that can be transmitted in a given time.

Bandwidth in a sentence

• The internet connection has high bandwidth, allowing multiple devices to stream simultaneously.
• We need to upgrade our bandwidth to accommodate more users on the network.
• Low bandwidth can lead to slow loading times and buffering.
• She explained that bandwidth is crucial for video conferencing quality.
• Our company's bandwidth usage has increased significantly this month.

How to use Bandwidth

Commonly used in technology and telecommunications. May not be appropriate in casual conversations or non-technical contexts.

Grammar pattern

has + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'band' that stretches to carry lots of 'width' of data.

Related words

Collocations with Bandwidth

• increase bandwidth
• reduce bandwidth
• positive bandwidth
• manage bandwidth

Synonyms for Bandwidth

• capacity
• throughput
• data rate
• bandwidth capacity

Common mistakes with Bandwidth

• Confused with 'bandwidth' as a physical dimension.
• Using 'bandwidth' when referring to speed rather than capacity.
• Mispronouncing 'bandwidth' in casual conversation.

Frequently asked questions about Bandwidth

What does Bandwidth mean?

The amount of data that can be transmitted in a given time.

What is the definition of Bandwidth?

The maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a specific time period.

How do you use Bandwidth in a sentence?

The internet connection has high bandwidth, allowing multiple devices to stream simultaneously.

Can you give another example of Bandwidth?

We need to upgrade our bandwidth to accommodate more users on the network.

What are synonyms for Bandwidth?

Common alternatives include capacity, throughput, data rate, bandwidth capacity.

What words go with Bandwidth?

It commonly pairs with increase bandwidth, reduce bandwidth, positive bandwidth, manage bandwidth.

What are common mistakes when using Bandwidth?

Confused with 'bandwidth' as a physical dimension. Using 'bandwidth' when referring to speed rather than capacity. Mispronouncing 'bandwidth' in casual conversation.

How do you pronounce Bandwidth?

US: //ˈbændˌwɪdθ//, UK: //ˈbændwɪdθ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Bandwidth?

Commonly used in technology and telecommunications. May not be appropriate in casual conversations or non-technical contexts.