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watt

Pronunciation: [wɒt]

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

Context: “science”

(noun) a unit that measures power. It tells us how much energy something uses or produces over time. For example, when you turn on a light, the watt tells you how much electricity that light bulb uses.

Example

A typical light bulb uses about 60 watts.

Example

That appliance is not very efficient; it uses too many watts for what it does.

Example

How many watts does your television use?

Context: “engineering”

(noun) a measurement of electricity that helps engineers understand how devices work. It shows how fast energy is being used or created. More watts mean more energy is being used.

Example

The solar panels generate up to 300 watts on a sunny day.

Example

The old generator can’t produce enough watts to power all the tools at once.

Example

What is the wattage rating for this machine?

How to pronounce watt

Pronunciation: [wɒt]

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