English File - Intermediate - Lesson 9B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 9B in the English File Intermediate coursebook, such as "adaptor", "plug", "cable", etc.

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English File - Intermediate
adaptor
adaptor [noun]

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

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

a device that can refill a battery with electrical energy

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

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

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

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

Ex: He could n't find his memory stick and worried he might have lost his work .
mouse
mouse [noun]

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

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

a device consisted of two or three metal pins that can connect a piece of electrical equipment to a power supply when fitted into the holes of an electric outlet

Ex: He needed a new adapter to fit the plug into the European socket .
printer
printer [noun]

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

Ex: The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac computers .
remote control
remote control [noun]

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

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

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

Ex: A router is essential for setting up a home or office network .
socket
socket [noun]

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

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

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

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

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

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

the technology or system for connecting other devices to a computer

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

a group of wires bundled together for transmitting electricity that is protected within a rubber case

Ex: The charging cable for my phone is frayed and needs to be replaced .
to switch off
to switch off [verb]

to make something stop working usually by flipping a switch

Ex:
to delete
to delete [verb]

to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

Ex: The app allows users to delete messages they no longer need .
to update
to update [verb]

to make something more useful or modern by adding the most recent information to it, improving its faults, or making new features available for it

Ex: The website undergoes regular maintenance to update its content and improve user experience .
to turn up
to turn up [verb]

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

Ex: In the cold months , we often have to turn up the thermostat .
to install
to install [verb]

to add a piece of software to a computer system

Ex:
to unplug
to unplug [verb]

to disconnect an electronic device from an electricity source

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 .
to set
to set [verb]

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

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

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

Ex: My neighbors asked me to turn down the music last night because it was too loud .
to plug in
to plug in [verb]

to connect something to an electrical port

Ex: I need to plug in my electric car to charge it before I can go for a drive .
to switch on
to switch on [verb]

to make something start working usually by flipping a switch

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English File - Intermediate
Lesson 1A Lesson 1B Lesson 2A Lesson 2B
Lesson 3A Lesson 3B Lesson 4A Lesson 4B
Lesson 5A Lesson 5B Lesson 6A Lesson 6B
Lesson 7A Lesson 7B Lesson 8A Lesson 8B
Lesson 9A Lesson 9B Lesson 10A Lesson 10B