nets
word · lemma: net
/ˈnɛts/
/nˈɛts/
Definition
'Nets' is the plural of 'net', meaning objects made of woven or knotted material used to catch things, like fish, or the mesh used in sports. It can also refer to internet connections in some contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Used for physical objects (fishing nets, basketball nets) and sometimes as slang for 'internet.' In sports, 'net' usually refers to the goal or dividing mesh. Avoid confusion with 'net' as 'after deductions.'
Spanish: redesPortuguese (BR): redesPortuguese (PT): redesChinese (Simplified): 网 - 球网 - 网络 (通常用于体育、捕鱼)Chinese (Traditional): 網 - 球網 - 網路 (通常用於體育、捕魚)Hindi: जालArabic: شباكBengali: জালসমূহRussian: сетиJapanese: ネットVietnamese: lướiKorean: 그물Turkish: ağlarUrdu: جالیںIndonesian: jaring
Example Sentences
Fishermen repair their nets every morning.
basic
The basketball court has new nets.
basic
Some people use mosquito nets to sleep better at night.
natural
Children played with nets in the park.
basic
The volleyball team bought new nets for the tournament.
natural
These days, many cafes offer free Wi-Fi nets for customers.
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