modem
word
Definition
A modem is an electronic device that connects your computer or other devices to the internet by sending and receiving data.
Usage & Nuances
'Modem' is a technical term used in technology and internet contexts. It's always a noun. Common collocations: 'wireless modem', 'connect the modem', 'modem settings'. Not typically used in informal daily conversation unless discussing internet access.
Spanish: módemPortuguese (BR): modemPortuguese (PT): modemChinese (Simplified): 调制解调器Chinese (Traditional): 數據機Hindi: मोडेमArabic: مودمBengali: মোডেমRussian: модемJapanese: モデムVietnamese: modemKorean: 모뎀Turkish: modemUrdu: موڈیمIndonesian: modem
Example Sentences
I think the modem isn’t working; there’s no internet connection.
natural
Did you try resetting the modem when the internet went down?
natural
My modem supports both wireless and cable connections, so it’s pretty convenient.
natural
The modem is next to the computer.
basic
Please turn off the modem before you leave.
basic
We need a new modem for the internet.
basic