shortwave
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈʃɔːrtweɪv//
KK: /ˈʃɔrtweɪv/
adjective
Definition
Relating to radio waves that have a wavelength between 10 and 200 meters, often used for communication over long distances.
Example
The shortwave radio allowed us to listen to broadcasts from around the world.
Conversation
Have you ever listened to a shortwave radio before?
Yeah, I used to love picking up signals from all over the world!
It's amazing how shortwave technology works, isn't it?
Absolutely! You can catch broadcasts from places you'd never expect.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
brief
concise
compact
Antonyms
long
extended
prolonged
noun
Definition
A type of radio wave that has a wavelength between 10 and 100 meters, often used for communication over long distances.
Example
The shortwave radio allowed us to listen to broadcasts from around the world.
Conversation
Have you ever listened to shortwave radio stations before?
Yeah, I used to enjoy it when I traveled; it felt so adventurous.
I love how you can pick up signals from all over the world on shortwave.
Root Explanation
Shortwave → It is formed from "short" (from Old English *sceort*, meaning not long) and "wave" (from Old English *wæf*, meaning a moving ridge or undulation). The term "shortwave" refers to a type of radio wave that has a shorter wavelength compared to other radio waves.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'not long' ('short') and a 'moving ridge' ('wave') — that's how shortwave describes a type of radio wave with a shorter wavelength.
Visually Confused Words
shrave