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Pixels Meaning in English

word · lemma: pixel

ˈpɪksəɫz
PIK-suhlz
pˈɪksəlz
PIK-suhlz

Definition

Small individual dots or squares that make up a digital image on a screen. The more pixels there are, the clearer and more detailed the picture can be.

Usage & Nuances

'Pixels' is used mainly in technology contexts (computers, phones, TVs). Common phrases: 'high-resolution (many pixels)' and 'pixelated (image looks blocky)'. Not used for printed photos. 'Pixels' is always plural unless referring to just one pixel.

Example Sentences

The camera has twelve million pixels.

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If you zoom in, you can see the pixels on the screen.

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A 4K TV has many more pixels than an old TV.

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My phone's screen looks sharp because it has so many pixels packed in.

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Digital artists often work at a canvas size with millions of pixels for more detail.

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When an image looks blocky, it means you can see the individual pixels.

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