broadband
BRAWD-band
Broadband (noun) means a high-speed internet connection, typically much faster than older dial-up connections. Example: “They upgraded to fiber broadband for faster streaming.”
noun
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A high-speed internet connection, typically much faster than older dial-up connections.
"They upgraded to fiber broadband for faster streaming."
"Our broadband went down last night, so we couldn't watch anything online."
"Many villages still struggle to get reliable broadband."
How to use broadband
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFast, always-on internet access, as opposed to older, slower dial-up connections.
Common pairings
broadband connection
broadband speed
fiber broadband
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Word forms
- Plural
- broadbands
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Etymology
From broad + band, originally describing a wide range of signal frequencies used for high-capacity data transmission.
Synonyms
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high-speed internet
fiber internet
Rhymes for broadband
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What does “broadband” mean?
The word “broadband” means a high-speed internet connection, typically much faster than older dial-up connections. In plain terms, fast, always-on internet access, as opposed to older, slower dial-up connections.
How do you pronounce “broadband”?
“Broadband” is pronounced BRAWD-band (/ˈbɹɔdbænd/ in IPA).
How do you use “broadband” in a sentence?
Here is “broadband” used in a sentence: “They upgraded to fiber broadband for faster streaming.”
What part of speech is “broadband”?
“Broadband” is a noun.
Is “broadband” a common word?
“Broadband” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between broadband and dial-up?
Broadband is a high-speed internet connection, typically much faster than older dial-up connections, which used telephone lines and were far slower. Broadband allows multiple devices to stay connected simultaneously without tying up a phone line.
What is the difference between broadband and Wi-Fi?
Broadband refers to the high-speed internet connection itself, delivered into a home or building, while Wi-Fi is the wireless technology that distributes that connection to devices. A broadband connection can be accessed via Wi-Fi or through a wired cable.
Is fiber the same as broadband?
Fiber is one type of broadband connection, delivering high-speed internet using fiber-optic cables rather than older copper lines. "Broadband" is the broader term for any high-speed internet connection, of which fiber is a common example.
