routing

word · lemma: route

Definition

The process of choosing or determining paths for something to travel from one place to another, especially used in technology for directing internet or network traffic.

Usage & Nuances

Most often used in IT contexts (e.g., 'network routing', 'call routing'). Not typically used in everyday, non-technical conversation. Can refer to both physical (package delivery) and digital (data packets) path choices.

Spanish: enrutamiento - encaminamientoPortuguese (BR): roteamento - encaminhamentoPortuguese (PT): roteamento - encaminhamentoChinese (Simplified): 路由Chinese (Traditional): 路由Hindi: रूटिंगArabic: توجيه

Example Sentences

The routing of network traffic is important for fast internet.

basic

Good routing helps packages reach you quickly.

basic

Phone companies use routing to direct calls.

basic

He fixed the routing issue, so our Wi-Fi works again.

natural

Modern apps rely on smart routing to balance traffic.

natural

The GPS made a mistake in routing and sent us the wrong way.

natural