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throughput

Pronunciation: [ˈθruːˌpʊt]

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

Context: “technology”

(noun) the amount of work or data that can be processed in a given time. It's like how fast a machine or a computer can do its job.

Example

The new computer has a high throughput, allowing us to complete tasks much faster.

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The old printer has a low throughput, making it take a long time to print documents.

Example

What is the throughput of this network in a busy hour?

Context: “production”

(noun) the amount of goods or services produced in a certain time. Think of it like how many toys a factory can make in one day.

Example

The factory increased its throughput to meet the holiday demand for toys.

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Due to the equipment malfunction, the throughput was significantly lower this month.

Example

How did the company improve its throughput last quarter?

Context: “business”

(noun) how much work a person can do in a certain time. It's like how many projects you finish in a week.

Example

After organizing my tasks, my throughput improved and I completed more projects than before.

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When I felt unwell, my throughput dropped, and I hardly finished anything.

Example

What steps can we take to increase our team’s throughput?

How to pronounce throughput

Pronunciation: [ˈθruːˌpʊt]

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