wavelength
Translation
wavelength
Examples
Different colours have different wavelengths.
Different colors have different wavelengths.
We are on the same wavelength.
We are on the same wavelength.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) wavelength a particular length of light or sound wave Different colors have different wavelengths.
on the same wavelength to have similar ideas and opinions We are on the same wavelength.
Similar Words
Synonyms: frequency (related), mindset, rapport
Etymology
A compound word from 'wave' and 'length'. Literally, the length of a wave.
Memory Tips
Think of the literal 'length of a wave' in physics, and the figurative meaning of people's thoughts being 'in sync' like matching waves.