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packets

Pronunciation: [ˈpæk.ɪts]

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Learn how to use packets in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(noun) small units of data that are sent over the internet. When you use the internet, information is broken into packets so it can travel quickly to your computer or phone.

Example

The video played smoothly because the packets reached my device without any problems.

Example

Some packets were lost during the transmission, causing the video to stop and start.

Example

How many packets are needed to send a large file?

Context: “food”

(noun) small bags or containers that hold food or snacks. These packets make it easy to carry and share things like chips or sauces.

Example

I opened a packet of cookies to share with my friends.

Example

There was no packet of ketchup left for my fries, so I had to eat them plain.

Example

Do you want me to grab a packet of mustard from the fridge?

Context: “games”

(noun) sets or bundles of items that can be used in games or activities. For example, a packet of cards or game pieces that helps players play together.

Example

We got a new packet of game cards to add to our collection.

Example

I couldn't find a packet of pieces for the board game, so we couldn't play.

Example

How many packets of cards do you need for the game?

How to pronounce packets

Pronunciation: [ˈpæk.ɪts]

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