frequencies
[/ˈfriːkwənsiz/]
nounpl: N/A (already plural form)
frequências
1. The rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
The frequencies of bus arrivals have improved significantly.
As frequências das chegadas de ônibus melhoraram significativamente.
2. In physics, the number of oscillations or cycles per unit of time, typically measured in Hertz (Hz)
Radio frequencies are measured in kilohertz or megahertz.
As frequências de rádio são medidas em quilohertz ou megahertz.
3. In statistics, the number of times a particular value or event occurs in a dataset
The histogram shows the frequencies of test scores across the class.
O histograma mostra as frequências das notas de teste em toda a turma.
4. In telecommunications, the range of electromagnetic waves used for transmission
Different frequencies are allocated for different types of broadcasts.
Diferentes frequências são alocadas para diferentes tipos de transmissão.
In Brazil and Portugal, 'frequências' is commonly used in academic, scientific, and technical contexts. In American English, the term is essential in fields like radio broadcasting, telecommunications, and physics education. The term has become increasingly important with digital technology and wireless communications in both cultures.
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