What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cablecast
Example
The local news station will cablecast the game live tonight. [cablecast: verb]
Example
I watched the cablecast of the award ceremony on my favorite channel. [cablecast: noun]
air
Example
The new episode of the sitcom will air tonight at 8 PM. [air: verb]
Example
I missed the live airing of the concert, but I can watch the rerun tomorrow. [airing: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Air is more commonly used than cablecast in everyday language. Air is the standard term for television broadcasting, while cablecast is more specific to cable networks and may be less familiar to some ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between cablecast and air?
Both cablecast and air can be used in formal and informal contexts. However, air is more versatile and widely recognized, making it suitable for various levels of formality.
