Hertz
noun
Hertz is a unit of frequency in the International System of Units (SI), defined as one cycle per second.
The radio station broadcasts on a frequency of 101.1 megahertz.
Often appears as...
- hertz unit
- sound frequency in hertz
Usage tips
Neutral
megahertz,gigahertz,frequency modulation
noun
Hertz is a unit of frequency in the International System of Units (SI), defined as one cycle per second.
The radio station broadcasts on a frequency of 101.1 megahertz.
Often appears as...
- hertz unit
- sound frequency in hertz
Usage tips
Neutral
megahertz,gigahertz,frequency modulation
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Scientific Usage
Hertz is commonly used in engineering and physics contexts. Keep in mind the specific field when discussing frequencies.
The television works on channels measured in megahertz.
Pro Tip 2/3Understanding Frequencies
Numerous everyday technologies operate on hertz measurements, from radios to microwaves. Zero in on these applications for clarity.
The speaker's output is measured in hertz to indicate the sound frequency.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Awareness
In casual contexts, people may refer to frequencies without using hertz, so be prepared for informal discussions around sound and signals.
The music plays at 440 hertz, but some may just say 'the standard pitch'.
Pro Tip 1/3Scientific Usage
Hertz is commonly used in engineering and physics contexts. Keep in mind the specific field when discussing frequencies.
The television works on channels measured in megahertz.
Pro Tip 2/3Understanding Frequencies
Numerous everyday technologies operate on hertz measurements, from radios to microwaves. Zero in on these applications for clarity.
The speaker's output is measured in hertz to indicate the sound frequency.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Awareness
In casual contexts, people may refer to frequencies without using hertz, so be prepared for informal discussions around sound and signals.
The music plays at 440 hertz, but some may just say 'the standard pitch'.
Pro Tip 1/3Scientific Usage
Hertz is commonly used in engineering and physics contexts. Keep in mind the specific field when discussing frequencies.
The television works on channels measured in megahertz.
Pro Tip 2/3Understanding Frequencies
Numerous everyday technologies operate on hertz measurements, from radios to microwaves. Zero in on these applications for clarity.
The speaker's output is measured in hertz to indicate the sound frequency.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Awareness
In casual contexts, people may refer to frequencies without using hertz, so be prepared for informal discussions around sound and signals.
The music plays at 440 hertz, but some may just say 'the standard pitch'.
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