How to Pronounce Downlink

To pronounce "downlink", say DOWNL-ink — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdaʊnlɪŋk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdaʊnlɪŋk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “downlink”

"downlink" has 2 syllables: downl-ink.

What does downlink mean?

noun

  1. The transmission of a signal from a satellite to a receiving station on earth; or the means of this transmission.
  2. Transmission of data from a network, usually wireless, to the user.

verb

  1. To transmit a signal from a satellite to a terrestrial receiving station.

Antonyms

uplink

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "downlink"?▾

"Downlink" has 2 syllables: downl · ink.

What is the IPA transcription of "downlink"?▾

The IPA transcription of "downlink" is /ˈdaʊnlɪŋk/.

What does "downlink" mean?▾

Downlink: The transmission of a signal from a satellite to a receiving station on earth; or the means of this transmission.

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