A2noun 1K

Network

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈnetwɜːk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈnetwɜːrk/"]/

Meaning of Network

a complicated system of roads, lines, tubes, nerves, etc. that are connected to each other and operate together

In simple words: A group of connected people or things.

Network in a sentence

• I need to connect my computer to the network for internet access.
• The network of friends I have is very supportive.
• He works in the computer network department of the company.
• They are trying to build a network of local businesses.
• Please make sure the network is secure before sharing information.

How to use Network

Use 'network' in professional or social contexts to talk about connections. Avoid in very casual conversations unless discussing friendships among acquaintances.

Grammar pattern

network + object

Memory hint

Think of a spider's web - it's interconnected like a network.

Related words

Collocations with Network

• extensive
• large
• vast
• build up
• construct
• create
• infrastructure
• in a/​the network
• through a/​the network
• via a/​the network
• strong
• supportive
• informal
• build up
• create
• form
• in a/​the network
• network of
• computer
• cellphone
• communications
• install
• set up
• maintain
• administrator
• controller
• engineer
• across a/​the network
• on a/​the network
• over a/​the network
• broadcast
• news
• radio
• news
• newscast
• show
• on a/​the network

Synonyms for Network

• connectivity
• association
• alliance
• system
• group

Opposites of Network

• isolation
• disconnection

Common mistakes with Network

• Confused with 'net' referring to a fishing tool.
• Misusing 'network' as a verb when talking about relationships that aren't professional.
• Confusing 'network' with 'web' when describing online connections.

Frequently asked questions about Network

What does Network mean?

A group of connected people or things.

What is the definition of Network?

a complicated system of roads, lines, tubes, nerves, etc. that are connected to each other and operate together

How do you use Network in a sentence?

I need to connect my computer to the network for internet access.

Can you give another example of Network?

The network of friends I have is very supportive.

What are synonyms for Network?

Common alternatives include connectivity, association, alliance, system, group.

What is the opposite of Network?

Opposite meanings include isolation, disconnection.

What words go with Network?

It commonly pairs with extensive, large, vast, build up, construct, create, infrastructure, in a/​the network, through a/​the network, via a/​the network, strong, supportive, informal, build up, create, form, in a/​the network, network of, computer, cellphone, communications, install, set up, maintain, administrator, controller, engineer, across a/​the network, on a/​the network, over a/​the network, broadcast, news, radio, news, newscast, show, on a/​the network.

What are common mistakes when using Network?

Confused with 'net' referring to a fishing tool. Misusing 'network' as a verb when talking about relationships that aren't professional. Confusing 'network' with 'web' when describing online connections.

How do you pronounce Network?

US: /["/ˈnetwɜːrk/"]/, UK: /["/ˈnetwɜːk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Network?

Use 'network' in professional or social contexts to talk about connections. Avoid in very casual conversations unless discussing friendships among acquaintances.

What CEFR level is Network?

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