B2nountechnologymedia
US/ˈbrɔːd.bænd/
UK/ˈbrɔːd.bænd/
a fast internet connection that can carry a lot of data
In context
We finally got broadband installed in our village last year.
Fast broadband is essential for working from home.
The government wants to bring broadband to every rural school.
Words that go with broadband
noun + noun
- broadband connectionMy broadband connection drops every evening.
- broadband serviceThe broadband service in this area is poor.
- broadband providerWhich broadband provider do you use?
- broadband speedCheck your broadband speed before you stream.
- broadband accessBroadband access is still limited in remote areas.
adjective + noun
- fast broadbandFast broadband costs more in the city center.
- high-speed broadbandHigh-speed broadband reached the island in May.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We installed a broadband at home.Correct: We had broadband installed at home.