transmitter
word
/tɹænsˈmɪtɝ/
trans-MI-dur
/tɹænsmˈɪtɐ/
trans-MI-tuh
Definition
A transmitter is a device that sends signals, sounds, or information over a distance, especially as part of radio, television, or communication systems.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in technical or scientific contexts (radio, TV, electronics). Collocates with 'radio transmitter,' 'signal transmitter,' or 'wireless transmitter.' Not used for people; a 'transmitter' is always a device.
Spanish: transmisor - emisorPortuguese (BR): transmissorPortuguese (PT): transmissorChinese (Simplified): 发射器Chinese (Traditional): 發射器Hindi: प्रसारकArabic: جهاز إرسالBengali: ট্রান্সমিটার - সংকেত প্রেরক যন্ত্রRussian: передатчикJapanese: 送信機Vietnamese: máy phát (tín hiệu)Korean: 발신기 - 송신기Turkish: vericiUrdu: ٹرانسمیٹرIndonesian: pemancar
Example Sentences
The radio transmitter is located on the hill.
basic
We fixed the broken transmitter yesterday.
basic
A transmitter sends data to a receiver.
basic
Engineers are testing a new transmitter to improve coverage.
natural
If the transmitter is too weak, the signal won't reach your phone.
natural
My headphones came with a Bluetooth transmitter for the TV.
natural