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El libro English File - Intermedio - Lección 9B

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Lección 9B del libro de curso English File Intermediate, como "adaptador", "enchufe", "cable", etc.

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adaptor
adaptor
[Sustantivo]

a device used to connect two pieces of equipment that do not connect to each other on their own

adaptador, conversor

adaptador, conversor

Ex: When traveling abroad, it's essential to have a power adaptor that fits the electrical outlets of the country you're visiting. 

Cuando viajas al extranjero, es esencial tener un adaptador que se ajuste a los enchufes eléctricos del país que visitas.

charger
charger
[Sustantivo]

a device that can refill a battery with electrical energy

cargador

cargador

Ex: She forgot her laptop charger at home, so she had to borrow one from a colleague. 
keyboard
keyboard
[Sustantivo]

a series of keys on a board or touchscreen that we can press or tap to type on a computer, typewriter, smartphone, etc.

teclado

teclado

Ex: The laptop's keyboard is comfortable to use for long periods. 
memory stick
memory stick
[Sustantivo]

a small device used for storing or transferring data between electronic devices

memoria USB, pendrive

memoria USB, pendrive

Ex: He couldn't find his memory stick and worried he might have lost his work. 

No podía encontrar su memoria USB y temía haber perdido su trabajo.

mouse
mouse
[Sustantivo]

a small, handheld device that we move across a flat surface to move the cursor on a computer screen

mouse, ratón

mouse, ratón

Ex: The click of the mouse can be heard whenever she makes a selection. 
plug
plug
[Sustantivo]

a device with metal pins that connects electrical equipment to an electricity supply when inserted into a socket

enchufe

enchufe

Ex: Emma pulled the plug out before cleaning the appliance. 
printer
printer
[Sustantivo]

a machine that produces text or images on paper, especially from data sent by a computer

impresora

impresora

Ex: Daniel printed the contract on the color printer downstairs. 
remote control
remote control
[Sustantivo]

a small device that lets you control electrical or electronic devices like TVs from a distance

mando a distancia, control remoto

mando a distancia, control remoto

Ex: She bought a new remote control for her smart TV to access all its features. 

Ella compró un nuevo control remoto para su televisor inteligente para acceder a todas sus funciones.

router
router
[Sustantivo]

an electronic device that connects computer networks and sends data between networks

router

router

Ex: A router is essential for setting up a home or office network. 

Un enrutador es esencial para configurar una red doméstica o de oficina.

socket
socket
[Sustantivo]

a place where we can plug in devices to connect them to the electricity

enchufe, toma de corriente

enchufe, toma de corriente

Ex: She noticed the socket was loose and called an electrician to fix it. 

Ella notó que el enchufe estaba suelto y llamó a un electricista para arreglarlo.

speaker
speaker
[Sustantivo]

equipment that transforms electrical signals into sound, loud enough for public announcements, playing music, etc.

altavoz, altoparlante

altavoz, altoparlante

Ex: She adjusted the volume on the stereo speakers to fill the room with music. 
switch
switch
[Sustantivo]

something such as a button or key that turns a machine, lamp, etc. on or off

interruptor

interruptor

Ex: He accidentally bumped into the switch, turning off the power to the computer. 
USB
USB
[Sustantivo]

the technology or system for connecting other devices to a computer

USB

USB

Ex: Many modern devices, such as smartphones and tablets, charge using a USB port. 
cable
cable
[Sustantivo]

a set of insulated wires or fibers used to carry electricity or electronic signals

cable

cable

Ex: Workers are laying fiber-optic cables along the road. 
to switch off

to make something stop working usually by flipping a switch

apagar con un interruptor, hacer que un aparato deje de funcionar

apagar con un interruptor, hacer que un aparato deje de funcionar

Ex: Remember to switch your devices off before the flight takes off. 

Recuerda apagar tus dispositivos antes de que el avión despegue.

to delete
to delete
[Verbo]

to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

borrar

borrar

Ex: The app allows users to delete messages they no longer need. 

La aplicación permite a los usuarios eliminar los mensajes que ya no necesitan.

to update
to update
[Verbo]

to make something more current, accurate, or modern by adding new information or making changes

actualizar

actualizar

Ex: We need to update the office procedures before the new staff arrive. 
to turn up
to turn up
[Verbo]

to turn a switch on a device so that it makes more sound, heat, etc.

subir, aumentar

subir, aumentar

Ex: In the cold months, we often have to turn up the thermostat. 

En los meses fríos, a menudo tenemos que subir el termostato.

to install
to install
[Verbo]

to add a piece of software to a computer system

instalar

instalar

Ex: She installed a new video editing program on her computer to create professional-quality videos. 
to unplug
to unplug
[Verbo]

to disconnect an electronic device from an electricity source

desconectar, desenchufar

desconectar, desenchufar

Ex: It's a good habit to unplug chargers when they are not in use, as they can still draw power even when not connected to a device. 

Es un buen hábito desconectar los cargadores cuando no están en uso, ya que aún pueden consumir energía incluso cuando no están conectados a un dispositivo.

to set
to set
[Verbo]

to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use

ajustar, configurar

ajustar, configurar

Ex: The barista set the coffee machine for a double espresso. 
to turn down

to turn a switch on a device so that it makes less sound, heat, etc.

bajar el volumen la temperatura o la intensidad de un aparato, girar un control para reducir el nivel de un aparato

bajar el volumen la temperatura o la intensidad de un aparato, girar un control para reducir el nivel de un aparato

Ex: My neighbors asked me to turn down the music last night because it was too loud. 

Mis vecinos me pidieron que bajara la música anoche porque estaba demasiado alta.

to plug in
to plug in
[Verbo]

to connect something to an electrical port

enchufar, conectar un aparato a una fuente de electricidad

enchufar, conectar un aparato a una fuente de electricidad

Ex: I need to plug in my electric car to charge it before I can go for a drive. 

Necesito enchufar mi coche eléctrico para cargarlo antes de poder salir a conducir.

to switch on

to make something start working usually by flipping a switch

encender, poner un aparato en funcionamiento con un interruptor

encender, poner un aparato en funcionamiento con un interruptor

Ex: He switched the car engine on and drove away. 

Él encendió el motor del coche y se fue.

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