Hardware
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The physical components of a computer system or electronic device, or tools, machinery, and equipment used in construction and home improvement. Tangible equipment as opposed to software.
“The computer shop sells hardware components including processors, memory, and graphics cards.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈhɑːdˌwɛə/
Syllables
hard·ware
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Wordle
Contains HARD + WARE compound with double A - tech-related term
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Scrabble
Worth 15 points; compound word useful for connecting plays
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