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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: I bought a USB-C to HDMI adaptor so I could connect my laptop to the projector for the presentation. 
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charger
charger
[noun]

a device that can refill a battery with electrical energy

Ex: I always carry a portable charger to ensure my phone doesn’t run out of battery during long trips. 
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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: He pressed the keys on the keyboard to enter the password. 
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memory stick

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

Ex: She transferred all her important files to a memory stick for safekeeping. 
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mouse
mouse
[noun]

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

Ex: He scrolled down the webpage using the scroll wheel on the mouse. 
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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: She inserted the plug into the outlet to charge her phone. 
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printer
printer
[noun]

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

Ex: He loaded the paper tray of the printer with fresh sheets. 
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remote control

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

Ex: He pressed the button on the remote control to pause the movie. 
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router
router
[noun]

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

Ex: The router distributes the internet connection to all devices in the home. 
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socket
socket
[noun]

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

Ex: He plugged his laptop charger into the wall socket near the desk. 
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speaker
speaker
[noun]

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

Ex: He connected his phone to the Bluetooth speaker and played his favorite playlist. 
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switch
switch
[noun]

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

Ex: She pressed the switch to turn on the light in the room. 
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USB
USB
[noun]

the technology or system for connecting other devices to a computer

Ex: I transferred the files from my USB drive to my computer to back them up. 
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cable
cable
[noun]

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

Ex: The electrician installed a new cable to ensure a stable power supply to the building. 
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to switch off

to make something stop working usually by flipping a switch

Ex: I always switch off my computer at night to save energy. 
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to delete
to delete
[Verb]

to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

Ex: She decided to delete the old files from her computer to free up space. 
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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: She decided to update her resume with her most recent job experience. 
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to turn up

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

Ex: Can you turn up the radio? I want to listen to this song. 
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to install

to add a piece of software to a computer system

Ex: I need to install the latest version of Microsoft Office on my computer for work. 
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to unplug
to unplug
[Verb]

to disconnect an electronic device from an electricity source

Ex: Before leaving for vacation, make sure to unplug all unnecessary appliances to save energy and reduce the risk of fire. 
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to set
to set
[Verb]

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

Ex: She set the computer to mute. 
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to turn down

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

Ex: Before bed, my mother always turns down the volume of our TV. 
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to plug in

to connect something to an electrical port

Ex: Before using the new appliance, make sure to read the instructions and know how to safely plug it in. 
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to switch on

to make something start working usually by flipping a switch

Ex: As soon as she entered the room, she switched the lights on. 
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