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format

Pronunciation: [/ˈfɔː(ɹ).mæt/]

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format: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use format in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(noun) the way in which something is arranged or presented, especially in digital documents or files

Example

The document needs to be saved in a specific format for it to be compatible with the software.

Example

The video file was in the wrong format, so it couldn't be played on the computer.

Example

What format is the file saved in?

Context: “computing”

(verb) to arrange or create something in a particular way, especially in digital documents or files

Example

I need to format the text to make it more readable for the audience.

Example

He forgot to format the spreadsheet, so it was difficult to understand the data.

Example

How will you format the document for printing?

How to pronounce format

Pronunciation: [/ˈfɔː(ɹ).mæt/]

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