Unité 5 - 5C

battery

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pile

/ˈbætɝi/

nom

an object that turns chemical energy to electricity to give power to a device or machine

electric battery

Exemple

The electric car's battery allows it to travel long distances without emissions.

He always carries spare batteries for his camera during outdoor adventures.

She replaced the old battery in her watch with a new one.

computer

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ordinateur

/kəmˈpjutɝ/

nom

an electronic device that stores and processes data

computing device

computing machine

data processor

electronic computer

information processing system

Exemple

The computer has a large storage capacity for files.

She customized the desktop wallpaper on her computer.

He upgraded the computer's software for better performance.

file

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dossier

/ˈfaɪɫ/

nom

a collection of data stored together in a computer, under a particular name

data file

Exemple

The computer has limited storage for large files.

Please attach the PDF file to the email as soon as possible.

He transferred the audio file from his phone to the computer.

notebook

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cahier

/ˈnoʊtˌbʊk/

nom

a small book with plain or ruled pages that we can write or draw in

Exemple

My kids personalize their notebooks with stickers and drawings.

She uses her notebook to keep track of her daily to-do list.

He writes down his ideas and thoughts in his notebook.

paper

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papier

/ˈpeɪpɝ/

nom

the thin sheets on which one can write, draw, or print things, also used as wrapping material

Exemple

He drew a beautiful landscape on the blank paper.

They wrapped the gift in colorful paper before presenting it.

She wrote a letter on a piece of paper and mailed it to her friend.

pencil

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crayon

/ˈpɛnsəɫ/

nom

a tool with a slim piece of wood and a thin, colored part in the middle, that we use for writing or drawing

Exemple

She sharpens her pencil before starting her math homework.

I use a pencil to sketch and draw.

He uses a pencil to shade and create different tones in his artwork.

pen

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stylo

/pen/

nom

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal

Exemple

He writes his thoughts and ideas in a journal with a fancy pen.

She uses a black pen to sign important documents.

We sign our names with a pen when writing greeting cards.

printer

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imprimante

/ˈpɹɪnɝ/, /ˈpɹɪntɝ/

nom

a machine, particularly one connected to a computer, that prints text or pictures onto paper

printing machine

Exemple

The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac computers.

The school's computer lab has several printers for student use.

The printer supports various paper sizes, including A4 and Letter.

printer's ink

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(encre de presse)

encre d'imprimerie

/pɹˈɪntɚz ˈɪŋk/

nom

a semisolid quick drying ink made especially for use in printing

printing ink

rubber

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(effaceur)

gomme

/ˈɹəbɝ/

nom

a small tool that is used to remove the marks of a pencil from a piece of paper

pencil eraser

rubber eraser

Exemple

The teacher handed out rubbers to the students before the exam started.

He always kept a rubber in his pencil case just in case of errors.

He lent his rubber to a friend who needed to fix a drawing.

ruler

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(règle)

souverain

/ˈɹuɫɝ/

nom

a person who rules or commands

swayer

shop

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(boutique)

magasin

/ˈʃɑp/

nom

a building or place that sells goods or services

Exemple

The shop on the corner sells handmade crafts and souvenirs.

The flower shop was filled with vibrant bouquets and arrangements.

She visited the local shop to pick up some groceries.

customer

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(cliente)

client

/ˈkəstəmɝ/

nom

a person, organization, company, etc. that pays to get things from businesses or stores

client

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The customer thanked the salesperson for their help.

The customer couldn't find the dress in her size.

The restaurant treated every customer like family.

assistant

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(assistante)

assistant

/əˈsɪstənt/

nom

a person who helps someone in their work

help

helper

supporter

Exemple

The research assistant helps gather data for the study.

She is working as an assistant to the company's CEO.

The office assistant always keeps all the files organized.

compact disc

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(CD)

disque compact

/kəmpˈækt dˈɪsk/

nom

a small disc on which audio or other formats are recorded and could be played back by a player or computer using laser

Exemple

The documentary is available on compact disc for those who prefer physical media over digital downloads.

He burned his mixtape onto a compact disc and gave it to his friends as a gift.

I still have a collection of compact discs from the 90s, filled with nostalgic tunes from my youth.