frequency — the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfriːkwənsi/
Korean meaning: 빈도, 주파수
Korean pronunciation: **프리**퀀시
Example Sentences
- The frequency of his dad jokes is directly proportional to how embarrassed his kids get.
- Scientists measured the frequency of earthquake tremors in the region.
- Her frequency of checking social media increased dramatically during exam week.
frequency
NOUN//ˈfriːkwənsi//
the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'frequentia' meaning 'crowding together' or 'abundance', derived from 'frequens' meaning 'crowded' or 'frequent'. The word entered English through Old French 'frequence'.
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📝Examples
“The frequency of his dad jokes is directly proportional to how embarrassed his kids get.”
“Scientists measured the frequency of earthquake tremors in the region.”
“Her frequency of checking social media increased dramatically during exam week.”
“The radio was tuned to a frequency that only dogs could hear.”
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