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B1 noun #8,000 most common 5 min read

宽带

kuāndài Top 8,000

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips 宽带 in 30 Seconds

Explanation 宽带 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know that '宽带' (kuāndài) means 'broadband' or 'high-speed internet' at home. You can use it in simple sentences like '我有宽带' (I have broadband) or '宽带多少钱？' (How much is broadband?). Think of it as the wire that brings internet to your house. You might see this word in a basic bill or when someone is showing you their new apartment. It is a noun. You don't need to worry about the technical details yet, just that it's the thing that makes your computer work with the internet. If the internet is broken, you point to the cable and say '宽带'.

At A2, you should start pairing '宽带' with simple verbs. For example, '安装宽带' (install broadband) or '宽带坏了' (The broadband is broken). You will hear this word when people talk about their living situation. '你家有宽带吗？' (Does your home have broadband?). You might also learn the word for speed, '网速' (internet speed), and use it with broadband: '宽带网速很快' (Broadband internet speed is very fast). You should be able to recognize the word on signs in a mobile phone shop (营业厅) where they sell internet packages.

At the B1 level, you understand that '宽带' is a specific type of internet service. You can discuss '办理宽带' (processing/signing up for broadband) and '宽带套餐' (broadband packages/plans). You know the difference between '宽带' (the service) and 'Wi-Fi' (the wireless signal). You can describe problems: '宽带连接不稳定' (The broadband connection is unstable). You are also likely to encounter terms like '光纤宽带' (fiber optic broadband) in advertisements. At this level, you can handle basic customer service interactions regarding your internet bill or a service outage.

At B2, you can use '宽带' in more complex discussions about technology and infrastructure. You might talk about '宽带普及' (the popularization of broadband) in rural areas or '提速降费' (increasing speed and lowering fees) as a government policy. You understand the technical distinction between '宽带' (broadband) and '带宽' (bandwidth). You can write a formal complaint about broadband service quality or compare different internet service providers (ISPs) using specific terminology like '上行速度' (upload speed) and '下行速度' (download speed).

At the C1 level, you use '宽带' in academic or professional contexts. You might read articles about '宽带基础设施' (broadband infrastructure) as a driver of economic growth. You are comfortable with idiomatic or highly technical usage, such as '宽带接入技术' (broadband access technology). You can debate the social implications of the '数字鸿沟' (digital divide) caused by unequal broadband access. Your vocabulary includes related terms like '城域网' (Metropolitan Area Network) and '骨干网' (Backbone Network) and how they interface with consumer broadband.

At the C2 level, '宽带' is just one part of a vast technical and socio-political vocabulary. You can analyze the strategic importance of '国家宽带战略' (National Broadband Strategy) and its role in global telecommunications competition. You understand the nuances of how broadband regulation affects market competition and innovation. You can interpret high-level technical documents about broadband protocols and standards (like DOCSIS or ADSL) in Chinese and discuss their historical evolution from early '拨号' (dial-up) to modern '万兆宽带' (10G broadband).

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

宽带 in 30 Seconds

Broadband (宽带) is the standard term for high-speed home or office internet service in China, distinct from mobile data or dial-up.
The word is a noun, literally 'wide band,' and is used with verbs like 'install' (安装), 'process' (办理), and 'pay' (交费).
It is the physical infrastructure that provides the signal which a router then turns into Wi-Fi for wireless devices.
Commonly associated with China's major telecom providers and essential for modern activities like streaming and remote work.

The term 宽带 (kuāndài) is the Chinese word for 'broadband.' Etymologically, it is a compound of two characters: 宽 (kuān) meaning 'wide' or 'broad,' and 带 (dài) meaning 'band,' 'belt,' or 'zone.' In the modern digital landscape, it refers specifically to high-capacity transmission techniques that allow for the simultaneous communication of multiple messages and high-speed internet access. Unlike the old dial-up connections (拨号上网), 宽带 represents the standard infrastructure required for modern life, including streaming, gaming, and remote work.

Technical Context: In China, when you visit a service provider like China Telecom (中国电信) or China Unicom (中国联通), you are essentially '办理宽带' (applying for/processing broadband). It is the physical service that comes into your home via fiber optics (光纤).
Daily Life Usage: People use this word when complaining about internet speed, paying monthly bills, or setting up a new apartment. It is distinct from 'Wi-Fi' (无线网络), though people often conflate the two in casual speech.

我家新装了千兆宽带，下载速度快极了。 (My home just got gigabit broadband installed; the download speed is extremely fast.)

Broadband has become a pillar of China's 'Digital Silk Road' and internal development. When discussing urban vs. rural development, the '宽带普及率' (broadband penetration rate) is a key metric. For an English speaker, the most important thing to remember is that 宽带 is the service, while Wi-Fi is the wireless delivery of that service. If your router is broken, you check the 宽带 connection first.

这栋公寓楼提供免费的宽带服务。 (This apartment building provides free broadband service.)

Economic Significance: Broadband is viewed as a utility, much like water or electricity. The Chinese government frequently pushes for '提速降费' (speed increase and fee reduction) to stimulate the digital economy.

Using 宽带 correctly requires understanding its role as a noun and its common verbal pairings. In Chinese grammar, nouns indicating services often follow verbs of action like 'install' (安装), 'apply' (办理), or 'connect' (连接).

Common Verb Pairings: 1. 办理 (Bànlǐ): To handle or process. Use this when going to the store to sign up for a plan.
2. 欠费 (Qiànfèi): To be in arrears. Use this when you forgot to pay your bill and the internet stops.
3. 提速 (Tísù): To increase speed. Common in marketing.

我需要去营业厅办理宽带续费。 (I need to go to the service hall to process a broadband renewal.)

When describing the quality of broadband, we use adjectives like '稳定' (wěndìng - stable), '高速' (gāosù - high-speed), or '昂贵' (ánguì - expensive). Unlike English, where we might say 'The internet is down,' Chinese speakers often specify '宽带断了' (The broadband is cut/disconnected) or '没网了' (No internet left).

由于天气原因，该地区的宽带信号很不稳定。 (Due to weather reasons, the broadband signal in this area is very unstable.)

In China, you will encounter 宽带 in several specific environments. First and foremost is the '营业厅' (yíngyètīng), the service halls of the big three telecommunications giants: China Telecom, China Unicom, and China Mobile. Here, posters will scream '5G+宽带' bundles at you.

师傅，我想问一下，我们小区的宽带什么时候能修复？ (Master/Technician, I want to ask, when will our community's broadband be repaired?)

You will also hear it in office settings. IT departments frequently discuss '宽带带宽' (broadband bandwidth). If the office internet is slow during a Zoom call, someone might say, '可能是宽带占用太高了' (Maybe the broadband usage is too high).

Residential Context: Property management (物业) often deals with broadband installation issues. You might see notices in the elevator saying '宽带升级公告' (Broadband Upgrade Notice).

The most frequent mistake learners make is confusing 宽带 (broadband) with Wi-Fi. While related, they are not interchangeable. If you say '我的宽带密码是多少?' (What is my broadband password?), people will understand you, but technically you mean 'Wi-Fi密码'.

Mistake 1: Measure Words: Using '个' (ge) for broadband. While '个' is the universal measure word, technically '条' (tiáo) is used for lines and connections. Use '一条宽带'.
Mistake 2: Confusing with 流量 (liúliàng): '流量' refers to mobile data (4G/5G). Broadband is usually 'unlimited' in terms of volume but defined by speed. Don't ask how much 'broadband data' you have left; ask about the 'speed' (带宽).

Incorrect: 我要买一个宽带。 (I want to buy a broadband.)
Correct: 我想办理宽带业务。 (I want to process broadband business/service.)

To speak like a native, you should know the nuances between 宽带 and its synonyms or related technical terms.

光纤 (Guāngxiān) - Fiber Optics: This refers to the physical material. Most modern broadband is fiber-optic. People often say '光纤宽带' to emphasize speed.
网络 (Wǎngluò) - Network/Internet: A more general term. If you just want to say 'the internet is slow,' say '网速慢' (Wǎngsù màn).
带宽 (Dàikuān) - Bandwidth: Notice the characters are swapped. This refers to the capacity or speed (e.g., 100M bandwidth).

虽然这儿有宽带，但带宽不够，视频总是卡顿。 (Although there is broadband here, the bandwidth isn't enough, and the video keeps lagging.)

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The character '带' (dài) originally referred to a leather belt or sash worn by officials in ancient China. Now it refers to frequency bands in telecommunications!

Pronunciation Guide

UK /ˈbrɔːdbænd/

US /ˈbrɔdbænd/

First syllable 'kuān' is slightly longer and higher.

Rhymes With

穿带 (chuāndài) 款贷 (kuǎndài) 蓝带 (lándài) 海带 (hǎidài) 皮带 (pídài) 热带 (rèdài) 寒带 (hándài) 磁带 (cídài)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'dài' as 'dāi' (missing the falling tone).
Mixing up 'kuān' with 'guān' (shut).
Using the English word 'broadband' in a Chinese sentence without the Chinese term.
Incorrectly applying a third tone to 'kuān'.
Confusing the characters with '宽大' (kuāndà - spacious).

Difficulty Rating

Reading 2/5

The characters are common and taught early.

Writing 3/5

'宽' has several strokes, but is manageable.

Speaking 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward if tones are observed.

Listening 2/5

Easily recognizable in context of technology.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

网络 (network) 电脑 (computer) 快 (fast) 慢 (slow) 安装 (install)

Learn Next

路由器 (router) 带宽 (bandwidth) 信号 (signal) 账号 (account) 密码 (password)

Advanced

光纤通信 (fiber communication) 网络中立性 (net neutrality) 云计算 (cloud computing)

Grammar to Know

Resultative Complements

宽带连接‘上’了。 (The broadband is connected.)

Potential Complements

宽带连‘不上’。 (The broadband cannot connect.)

The 'Ba' Sentence

请把宽带猫重启一下。 (Please restart the broadband modem.)

Comparing with 'Bi'

宽带比拨号快。 (Broadband is faster than dial-up.)

Duration of time

宽带坏了三天。 (The broadband has been broken for three days.)

Examples by Level

我有宽带。

I have broadband.

Subject + Verb + Object.

宽带好吗？

Is the broadband good?

Simple question with 'ma'.

这是宽带。

This is broadband.

Demonstrative pronoun 'zhè'.

宽带在那儿。

The broadband (modem) is over there.

Locative 'zài nà'r'.

宽带很快。

The broadband is fast.

Adjective predicate.

我要宽带。

I want broadband.

Simple desire 'yào'.

宽带不贵。

Broadband is not expensive.

Negation with 'bù'.

你家有宽带吗？

Does your house have broadband?

Possessive 'yǒu'.

我家安装了宽带。

My house has broadband installed.

Verb 'ānzhuāng' + aspect particle 'le'.

宽带多少钱一个月？

How much is broadband per month?

Time duration 'yí gè yuè'.

他的宽带坏了。

His broadband is broken.

Adjective 'huài' meaning broken/out of order.

我想换一个新的宽带。

I want to change to a new broadband.

Verb 'huàn' (to change).

这个宽带套餐很便宜。

This broadband package is very cheap.

Noun 'tàocān' (package).

宽带密码在路由器下面。

The broadband password is under the router.

Preposition 'xiàmiàn'.

我们需要去办宽带。

We need to go and handle (get) broadband.

Verb 'bàn' (short for bànlǐ).

宽带连接成功了。

The broadband connection was successful.

Verb + Resultative Complement.

如果你搬家，记得注销宽带。

If you move, remember to cancel the broadband.

Conditional 'rúguǒ... jiù...' (implied).

这种宽带的下载速度是多少？

What is the download speed of this broadband?

Noun phrase with 'de'.

宽带欠费了，所以上不了网。

The broadband is in arrears, so I can't go online.

Resultative 'shàng bù liǎo' (cannot get on).

由于宽带故障，今天无法办公。

Due to a broadband fault, we can't work today.

Formal 'yóuyú' (due to).

你可以通过手机银行交宽带费。

You can pay the broadband fee through mobile banking.

Instrumental 'tōngguò' (through).

光纤宽带比拨号上网快得多。

Fiber broadband is much faster than dial-up.

Comparative 'bǐ... kuài de duō'.

师傅明天下午来家里装宽带。

The technician is coming home tomorrow afternoon to install broadband.

Time-when before verb.

这个公寓的租金包含宽带费吗？

Does the rent of this apartment include broadband fees?

Verb 'bāohán' (to include).

政府正在大力推广农村宽带普及。

The government is vigorously promoting broadband penetration in rural areas.

Adverbial 'dàlì' (vigorously).

宽带提速降费政策惠及了亿万用户。

The broadband speed-up and fee-reduction policy has benefited hundreds of millions of users.

Verb 'huìjí' (to benefit).

我们需要升级宽带以支持高清视频通话。

We need to upgrade the broadband to support HD video calls.

Purpose clause with 'yǐ' (in order to).

宽带带宽的限制导致了网络延迟。

The limitation of broadband bandwidth caused network latency.

Noun phrase 'dàikuān de xiànzhì'.

该运营商提供的宽带服务质量很高。

The broadband service quality provided by this operator is very high.

Relative clause with 'suǒ' (optional) + verb + 'de'.

宽带网络是数字经济的重要基础设施。

Broadband network is an important infrastructure for the digital economy.

Definition sentence with 'shì'.

请检查一下宽带拨号设置是否正确。

Please check if the broadband dial-up settings are correct.

Interrogative 'shìfǒu' (whether or not).

为了省钱，他选择了共享宽带。

To save money, he chose shared broadband.

Purpose 'wèile' at the start.

宽带接入技术的演进极大地改变了通信方式。

The evolution of broadband access technology has greatly changed the way of communication.

Subject is a complex noun phrase.

消除城乡之间的宽带鸿沟是一项长期任务。

Eliminating the broadband gap between urban and rural areas is a long-term task.

Gerund-like phrase as subject.

移动宽带的兴起对固定宽带业务造成了冲击。

The rise of mobile broadband has impacted the fixed broadband business.

Verb 'zàochéng' (to cause/result in).

该报告详细分析了宽带市场的竞争格局。

The report analyzed the competitive landscape of the broadband market in detail.

Adverbial 'xiángxì' (in detail).

宽带渗透率的提升与人均GDP增长呈正相关。

The increase in broadband penetration is positively correlated with per capita GDP growth.

Phrase 'chéng zhèng xiāngguān' (is positively correlated).

运营商必须保证宽带业务的服务等级协议(SLA)。

Operators must guarantee the Service Level Agreement (SLA) for broadband services.

Must 'bìxū'.

宽带资源的合理配置是智慧城市建设的前提。

Rational allocation of broadband resources is a prerequisite for smart city construction.

Prerequisite 'qiántí'.

由于宽带骨干网拥塞，跨国访问变得非常缓慢。

Due to broadband backbone network congestion, international access has become very slow.

Complex causality.

宽带主权已成为主权国家在数字时代关注的焦点。

Broadband sovereignty has become a focus of concern for sovereign states in the digital age.

Abstract concept 'zhǔquán'.

探讨宽带网络中立性原则对互联网创新的影响。

To explore the impact of the principle of broadband net neutrality on internet innovation.

Formal verb 'tàntǎo'.

该论文研究了宽带接入对劳动力市场结构性转变的驱动作用。

The paper investigates the driving role of broadband access in the structural transformation of the labor market.

Scientific/Academic register.

宽带基础设施的投资回报率通常具有显著的滞后性。

The return on investment for broadband infrastructure usually has a significant lag.

Technical term 'zhìhòuxìng'.

在后宽带时代，万物互联将对网络架构提出更高要求。

In the post-broadband era, the Internet of Everything will place higher demands on network architecture.

Prepositional phrase 'zài... shídài'.

宽带普遍服务基金旨在缩小区域间的信息化差距。

The Broadband Universal Service Fund aims to narrow the informatization gap between regions.

Verb 'zhǐzài' (aims to).

通过宽带数字化转型，传统产业得以焕发新生。

Through broadband digital transformation, traditional industries have been able to find new life.

Auxiliary 'déyǐ' (be able to).

宽带资费的阶梯式定价策略需兼顾公平与效率。

The tiered pricing strategy for broadband tariffs needs to balance equity and efficiency.

Verb 'jiāngù' (give consideration to both).

Synonyms

网络光纤

Antonyms

窄带

Common Collocations

办理宽带

宽带套餐

宽带提速

宽带欠费

宽带连接

千兆宽带

宽带猫

宽带账号

宽带接入

安装宽带

Common Phrases

宽带上网

— To surf the internet using a broadband connection.

宽带上网已经很便宜了。

移动宽带

— Mobile broadband (using cellular networks like 4G/5G).

移动宽带让你随时随地上网。

固定宽带

— Fixed broadband (wired connection to a building).

固定宽带通常比移动宽带更稳定。

宽带路由

— Broadband routing/router.

宽带路由器的设置很简单。

宽带服务商

— Internet Service Provider (ISP).

中国电信是主要的宽带服务商。

宽带中国

— A national strategy to improve internet infrastructure.

“宽带中国”战略非常有成效。

宽带移机

— Moving the broadband service to a new address.

我需要办理宽带移机手续。

宽带续费

— Renewing a broadband subscription.

宽带续费可以在网上完成。

宽带带宽

— The bandwidth of the broadband connection.

宽带带宽决定了下载速度。

宽带故障

— A broadband malfunction or outage.

宽带故障正在排查中。

Often Confused With

宽带 vs Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is the wireless signal; broadband is the service/line coming into the house.

宽带 vs 带宽 (Bandwidth)

Broadband is the service; bandwidth is the capacity/speed of that service.

宽带 vs 流量 (Data)

Traffic/Data usually refers to mobile phone usage limits; broadband is usually unlimited volume.

Idioms & Expressions

"无网不利"

— A play on '无往不利' (to succeed everywhere), meaning with the internet (broadband), everything is easy.

在现代社会，真是无网不利。

Modern/Humorous

"一日无网，如隔三秋"

— A play on '一日不见，如隔三秋,' meaning being without internet for a day feels like three years.

家里宽带断了，真是一日无网，如隔三秋。

Informal/Slang

"宽以待人"

— This is a real idiom meaning 'treat people with leniency.' It's not about broadband, but it's a pun because of '宽' and '待' (sounds like 带).

我们要宽以待人。

Formal/Literary

"四通八达"

— Extending in all directions. Often used to describe a well-connected broadband network.

宽带网络现在已经四通八达。

Neutral

"瞬息万变"

— Changing in a flash. Used to describe the speed of information over broadband.

宽带时代的互联网瞬息万变。

Formal

"触手可及"

— Within reach. Used to describe how broadband makes information easily accessible.

有了宽带，世界的信息都触手可及。

Neutral

"一日千里"

— A thousand miles in a day. Describing the rapid development of broadband technology.

宽带技术的发展真是一日千里。

Neutral

"闭门造车"

— To build a cart behind closed doors (to act without regard for the outside world). Often said to be impossible in the broadband age.

在宽带时代，不能闭门造车。

Neutral

"耳聪目明"

— To have good hearing and sight. Used to describe how broadband keeps one well-informed.

宽带让现代人更加耳聪目明。

Literary

"各行其道"

— Each goes his own way. Used technically to describe data packets in broadband.

宽带信号在光纤中各行其道。

Technical/Metaphorical

Easily Confused

宽带 vs 宽度

Both start with '宽'.

宽度 refers to physical width (e.g., of a road); 宽带 refers to internet.

这条路的宽度是十米。

宽带 vs 宽大

Both start with '宽'.

宽大 means spacious or lenient; 宽带 is a noun for internet.

这件衣服很宽大。

宽带 vs 带子

Both end with '带'.

带子 is a physical ribbon or belt; 宽带 is internet.

把带子系好。

宽带 vs 皮带

Both end with '带'.

皮带 is a leather belt; 宽带 is internet.

他买了一条新皮带。

宽带 vs 热带

Both end with '带'.

热带 refers to the tropical climate zone; 宽带 is internet.

海南属于热带。

Sentence Patterns

我有 + [Noun]

我有宽带。

[Noun] + 坏了

宽带坏了。

办理 + [Service]

办理宽带。

由于...所以...

由于宽带故障，所以没法上网。

为了...而...

为了提速而升级宽带。

随着...的提升

随着宽带普及率的提升。

呈...趋势

宽带资费呈下降趋势。

以...为核心

以宽带网络为核心的基础设施。

Word Family

Nouns

带宽 (bandwidth)

宽度 (width)

带子 (belt/ribbon)

地带 (zone)

Verbs

携带 (to carry)

带动 (to drive/lead)

带领 (to lead)

Adjectives

宽阔 (wide/spacious)

宽容 (tolerant)

宽敞 (roomy)

光纤 (fiber)

路由器 (router)

猫 (modem)

网速 (net speed)

运营商 (operator)

How to Use It

frequency

Extremely high in daily life and tech news.

Common Mistakes

Using '个' for broadband. → Use '条' or no measure word.
Broadband is a connection/line, and '条' is the standard measure word for long, thin things like lines.
Saying '宽带密码' for Wi-Fi. → Wi-Fi密码.
Technically, the broadband service doesn't have a password, the router's Wi-Fi network does.
Confusing '宽带' with '带宽'. → Use '宽带' for the service.
Broadband is the product; bandwidth is the technical specification.
Mispronouncing 'dài' as 'da'. → dài (4th tone).
Dropping the ending 'i' makes it sound like 'big' (dà).
Using '买' (buy) for broadband. → 办理 (process/apply).
In Chinese, you 'process' services like broadband or bank accounts rather than 'buying' them like physical goods.

Tips

Verb Usage

Always use '办理' (bànlǐ) when talking about the administrative side of getting broadband.

Bundling

In China, it's almost always cheaper to bundle your broadband with your mobile SIM card plan.

Bandwidth vs Broadband

Remember: 宽带 (kuāndài) is the service, 带宽 (dàikuān) is the speed capacity.

Troubleshooting

If your internet is down, the first thing to check is the '猫' (modem) and '路由器' (router).

Stroke Order

Pay attention to the stroke order of '宽' to make it look balanced.

Keywords

When listening to ads, '千兆' (gigabit) and '免费升级' (free upgrade) are common keywords paired with 宽带.

Tones

Don't rush the tones. Kuān (1st) and Dài (4th) should be distinct.

Related Terms

Learn '网速' (net speed) alongside '宽带'; they are used together 90% of the time.

Belt Metaphor

Remember the 'belt' meaning of '带' to visualize data flowing through a wide band.

Apartment Hunting

When looking for an apartment, ask '带不带宽带？' (Does it come with broadband?).

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Imagine a 'Wide' (宽) 'Belt' (带) of data flowing into your house. A wide belt can hold more information than a narrow string!

Visual Association

Picture a thick, glowing blue cable (the 'wide band') connecting a globe to a laptop.

Word Web

Internet Fiber Speed Router Modem Download Upload Monthly Fee

Challenge

Try to explain to a 'technician' (a friend) that your 'broadband' is broken and you need a 'speed increase.'

Word Origin

The term is a loan-translation (calque) from the English word 'broadband.' It was introduced into the Chinese language in the late 1990s as internet technology evolved.

Original meaning: Broad (宽) + Band (带).

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese characters) used to represent a modern technical concept.

Cultural Context

No specific sensitivities, but be aware that internet censorship (the Great Firewall) is a separate topic from the physical broadband infrastructure.

In the US/UK, broadband is often associated with cable companies (like Comcast). In China, it is almost exclusively associated with the three state-owned telcos.

China's 'Broadband China' (宽带中国) Policy. The transition from 'Modem' (猫) to 'Fiber' (光纤). Speed tests (测速) are a common hobby for tech enthusiasts.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

At the Telecom Store

我想办宽带。
有什么套餐？
多少钱一个月？
网速怎么样？

With a Technician

宽带连不上。
猫的灯不亮。
请帮我修一下。
网速太慢了。

Moving House

我要办理宽带移机。
这个地址有宽带吗？
什么时候能装好？
需要多少初装费？

Office Setting

宽带带宽不够用。
我们需要升级宽带。
宽带连接很稳定。
检查一下宽带设置。

Paying Bills

交宽带费。
宽带欠费了。
自动扣费。
发票在哪里？

Conversation Starters

"你家用的哪家公司的宽带？ (Which company's broadband do you use at home?)"

"你觉得现在的宽带费贵吗？ (Do you think current broadband fees are expensive?)"

"你家宽带的下载速度快吗？ (Is your home broadband's download speed fast?)"

"如果家里没有宽带，你会怎么办？ (If there was no broadband at home, what would you do?)"

"你更喜欢移动宽带还是固定宽带？ (Do you prefer mobile broadband or fixed broadband?)"

Journal Prompts

描述一下你第一次使用宽带的经历。 (Describe your first experience using broadband.)

如果宽带突然断了一整天，你的生活会发生什么变化？ (If the broadband suddenly cut out for a whole day, how would your life change?)

你认为宽带对教育公平有什么影响？ (What impact do you think broadband has on educational equity?)

写一段话向你的邻居推荐一种宽带套餐。 (Write a paragraph recommending a broadband package to your neighbor.)

想象一下未来的宽带会是什么样子的。 (Imagine what future broadband will be like.)

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

宽带 (Broadband) is the internet service provided to your home via a cable. Wi-Fi is the wireless signal generated by a router connected to that broadband. You need broadband to have home Wi-Fi.

You say '安装宽带' (ānzhuāng kuāndài).

The most appropriate measure word is '条' (tiáo), as in '一条宽带'. However, people often omit the measure word in casual speech.

Generally, no. Due to government policies like '提速降费,' broadband is quite affordable compared to many Western countries.

The three main providers are 中国电信 (China Telecom), 中国联通 (China Unicom), and 中国移动 (China Mobile).

It means you have an overdue balance on your broadband account and the service might be cut off.

No, mobile data is usually called '流量' (liúliàng). '移动宽带' exists but usually refers to portable Wi-Fi devices or specific mobile-based internet services.

You can say '宽带测速' (kuāndài cèsù) or '测网速' (cè wǎngsù).

It is 'Fiber-optic broadband,' which is the fastest and most stable type of broadband currently available.

It is a slang term for a broadband modem. '猫' (māo) sounds like the first syllable of 'modem'.