A2verb1K

UK/["/ˌdaʊnˈləʊd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdz/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˌdaʊnˈləʊd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdz/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Download

In simple words: To get something from the internet and store it on your device.

Download in a sentence

  • to **download files/music/software**
  • You can **download the app** for free.
  • You don't need to download the movie—you can stream it.
  • The series is now **available to download**.
  • About 100   000 users **illegally downloaded** episodes of the show.
  • a small program you can download to your desktop
  • The data was downloaded onto a computer for further analysis.
  • If you download pictures from the internet, check the terms of use.

How to use Download

Used mainly in technology contexts. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings. Avoid using it in non-digital contexts.

Grammar pattern

download + object

Memory hint

Think of 'down' for bringing something in from above (the internet) to your device.

Related words

Collocations with Download

  • download a file
  • download music
  • download software
  • download speed

Synonyms for Download

Opposites of Download

  • upload

Common mistakes with Download

  • Confused with 'upload' — download is getting data, while upload is sending data.
  • Using 'downloaded' as an adjective incorrectly, such as 'downloaded file' instead of the process.
  • Omitting the object — saying 'I am downloading' without specifying what.

Compare Download with Retrieve, Acquire, Fetch, Install

Download appears in

Download in other languages

More words like Download

People also search for

  • Download meaning
  • meaning of Download
  • Download definition
  • define Download
  • what does Download mean
  • Download means
  • how to use Download

Frequently asked questions about Download

What does Download mean?

To get something from the internet and store it on your device.

What is the definition of Download?

to get data from another computer, usually using the internet

How do you use Download in a sentence?

to **download files/music/software**

Can you give another example of Download?

You can **download the app** for free.

What are synonyms for Download?

Common alternatives include retrieve, acquire, fetch, install.

What is the opposite of Download?

Opposite meanings include upload.

What words go with Download?

It commonly pairs with download a file, download music, download software, download speed.

What are common mistakes when using Download?

Confused with 'upload' — download is getting data, while upload is sending data. Using 'downloaded' as an adjective incorrectly, such as 'downloaded file' instead of the process. Omitting the object — saying 'I am downloading' without specifying what.

How do you pronounce Download?

US: /["/ˌdaʊnˈləʊd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdz/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌdaʊnˈləʊd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdz/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪd/","/ˌdaʊnˈləʊdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Download?

Used mainly in technology contexts. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings. Avoid using it in non-digital contexts.

What CEFR level is Download?

"Download" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.