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radios

Pronunciation: [ˈreɪdi.oʊz]

Word

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

Context: “technology”

(noun) a device that receives sound signals and plays them, usually music or news. It works by picking up radio waves from the air. You can listen to different stations to hear various programs.

Example

I love listening to my favorite songs on the radio while driving.

Example

The old radio in the garage doesn't work anymore; it can't pick up any stations.

Example

What radio station do you like to listen to in the morning?

Context: “communication”

(noun) a way to communicate using sound waves without needing wires. This is often used by police, firefighters, and in other emergency services to talk to each other.

Example

The firefighters used their radios to coordinate the rescue operation smoothly.

Example

Without radios, the team couldn't communicate effectively and missed important updates.

Example

How do the police talk to each other during a chase without yelling?

Context: “media”

(noun) a medium that broadcasts news, music, and entertainment through sound waves. People listen to it in their homes, cars, and even on their phones.

Example

The radio provides news updates every hour.

Example

There was no radio coverage during the local event, so nobody knew what was happening.

Example

Do you prefer listening to radio shows or watching TV?

How to pronounce radios

Pronunciation: [ˈreɪdi.oʊz]

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