# 5g

CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/5g
Updated: 2026-10-15

## Definition

the fifth generation of mobile phone technology. It allows for much faster internet speeds and better connections on phones and other devices.

For teachers: the fifth-generation standard for broadband cellular networks. Characterised by higher data rates, reduced latency, and increased capacity compared to previous standards.

## Usage notes

- Often used as a modifier before another noun (e.g., '5G network', '5G technology').

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