B2noun 1K

Output

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈaʊtpʊt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈaʊtpʊt/"]/

Meaning of Output

the amount of something that a person, a machine or an organization produces

In simple words: The result or information produced by a computer or system.

Output in a sentence

• The output of the machine was surprisingly efficient.
• We need to improve the output of our marketing team.
• The scientist measured the output of gas produced in the reaction.
• The data output can be viewed on the monitor.
• His artistic output over the years has been remarkable.

How to use Output

Typically used in technical contexts to refer to data produced by machines or processes. Less suitable in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

output + object

Memory hint

Think of an 'out' door where results come out.

Related words

Collocations with Output

• high
• large
• massive
• level
• produce
• double
• expand
• increase
• rise
• decrease
• output of
• a drop in output
• a fall in output
• a growth in output
• high
• large
• massive
• level
• produce
• double
• expand
• increase
• rise
• decrease
• output of
• a drop in output
• a fall in output
• a growth in output

Synonyms for Output

• result
• data
• production
• yield

Opposites of Output

• input
• loss

Common mistakes with Output

• Confused with 'input' — they are opposites.
• Using 'outputted' instead of 'output' in some contexts.
• Misunderstanding it as a physical object instead of a process or result.

Frequently asked questions about Output

What does Output mean?

The result or information produced by a computer or system.

What is the definition of Output?

the amount of something that a person, a machine or an organization produces

How do you use Output in a sentence?

The output of the machine was surprisingly efficient.

Can you give another example of Output?

We need to improve the output of our marketing team.

What are synonyms for Output?

Common alternatives include result, data, production, yield.

What is the opposite of Output?

Opposite meanings include input, loss.

What words go with Output?

It commonly pairs with high, large, massive, level, produce, double, expand, increase, rise, decrease, output of, a drop in output, a fall in output, a growth in output, high, large, massive, level, produce, double, expand, increase, rise, decrease, output of, a drop in output, a fall in output, a growth in output.

What are common mistakes when using Output?

Confused with 'input' — they are opposites. Using 'outputted' instead of 'output' in some contexts. Misunderstanding it as a physical object instead of a process or result.

How do you pronounce Output?

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

When should I use Output?

Typically used in technical contexts to refer to data produced by machines or processes. Less suitable in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Output?

"Output" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.