What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
directivity
Example
The new speakers have improved directivity, allowing for better sound quality in large rooms. [directivity: noun]
Example
The microphone's directivity can be adjusted to pick up sound from different directions. [directivity: noun]
directionality
Example
The compass measures the directionality of the Earth's magnetic field. [directionality: noun]
Example
The wind tunnel study focused on the directionality of airflow around the car. [directionality: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Directionality is more commonly used than directivity in everyday language, as it has a broader range of applications. However, both words are technical terms and may not be familiar to ESL learners outside of specific fields.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between directivity and directionality?
Both directivity and directionality are technical terms and are therefore more formal than everyday language. However, directivity may have a more precise and technical connotation than directionality.
