frequency
Translation
frequency, rate, prevalence
Examples
The frequency of buses has increased.
The frequency of buses has increased.
This radio station has a high frequency.
This radio station has a high frequency.
Grammar Patterns
((the frequency of sth.)) the rate at which sth. happens The frequency of his visits is surprising.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rate, occurrence, prevalence; Antonyms: infrequency, rarity
Etymology
From Latin 'frequentia' (a crowd, crowding). Related to 'frequent'. The suffix '-ency' denotes a quality or state.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'frequent' event happening. The 'frequency' is how often it happens. For radio, think of how 'frequently' the wave goes up and down.