Cool MateMeaning of Hardware
the machines and electronic parts in a computer or other electronic system
In simple words: The physical parts of a computer or device.
Hardware in a sentence
- We supply computer hardware to businesses.
- The laptop drawing tablet is a very useful piece of hardware.
- This application runs on a wide variety of hardware platforms.
- It seems you've got a hardware problem; the disk drive is stuck.
- a hardware shop/store
- tanks and other military hardware
How to use Hardware
Used in technical contexts; appropriate when discussing technology. Avoid using in very casual conversations unless relating to tech.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think 'hard' stuff you can touch; hardware is tangible.
Related words
Collocations with Hardware
Opposites of Hardware
Common mistakes with Hardware
- Confused with 'software' — remember 'hardware' means the physical parts.
- Saying 'hardwares' when referring to multiple types — 'hardware' is uncountable.
- Mispronouncing the first syllable as 'hard' instead of 'har'.
Hardware appears in
Hardware in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
عتاد الحاسوب
الأجزاء المادية لجهاز كمبيوتر أو جهاز.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হার্ডওয়্যার
কম্পিউটার বা ডিভাইসের ভৌত অংশ।
- GermanDeutsch
Hardware
Die physischen Teile eines Computers oder Geräts.
- SpanishEspañol
Hardware
Las partes físicas de una computadora o dispositivo.
- Persianفارسی
سختافزار
قطعات فیزیکی یک کامپیوتر یا دستگاه.
- FrenchFrançais
Matériel
Les parties physiques d'un ordinateur ou d'un appareil.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हार्डवेयर
कंप्यूटर या डिवाइस के भौतिक भाग।
- ItalianItaliano
Hardware
Le parti fisiche di un computer o di un dispositivo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Hardware
As partes físicas de um computador ou dispositivo.
- RussianРусский
Комплектующие, Оборудование
Физические части компьютера или устройства.
- Urduاردو
ہارڈویئر
کسی کمپیوٹر یا ڈیوائس کے فزیکل پرزے۔
- Chinese中文
硬件
电脑或设备的实体部分。
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Frequently asked questions about Hardware
What does Hardware mean?
The physical parts of a computer or device.
What is the definition of Hardware?
the machines and electronic parts in a computer or other electronic system
How do you use Hardware in a sentence?
We supply computer hardware to businesses.
Can you give another example of Hardware?
The laptop drawing tablet is a very useful piece of hardware.
What are synonyms for Hardware?
Common alternatives include equipment, machinery, devices, appliances, instruments.
What is the opposite of Hardware?
Opposite meanings include software.
What words go with Hardware?
It commonly pairs with computer, military, new, piece, design, develop, provide, component, device, product, computer, military, new, piece, design, develop, provide, component, device, product.
What are common mistakes when using Hardware?
Confused with 'software' — remember 'hardware' means the physical parts. Saying 'hardwares' when referring to multiple types — 'hardware' is uncountable. Mispronouncing the first syllable as 'hard' instead of 'har'.
How do you pronounce Hardware?
US: /["/ˈhɑːrdwer/"]/, UK: /["/ˈhɑːdweə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Hardware?
Used in technical contexts; appropriate when discussing technology. Avoid using in very casual conversations unless relating to tech.
What CEFR level is Hardware?
"Hardware" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.