Solutions - Elementary - Unit 7 - 7G

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7G in the Solutions Elementary coursebook, such as "gadget", "built-in", "port", etc.

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Solutions - Elementary
gadget [noun]

a mechanical tool or an electronic device that is useful for doing something

Ex: Sarah ’s favorite gadget is her noise-canceling headphones , which help her focus while working .

the duration for which a battery can power a device or system before it needs to be recharged or replaced

Ex: Battery life can vary depending on how often you use your device .
webcam [noun]

a camera connected to a computer that is used for recording or broadcasting videos of the user

Ex: During the virtual event , attendees used their webcams to participate in discussions and networking sessions .
case [noun]

a container that holds the major internal components of a computer, such as the motherboard, power supply, and storage devices

Ex: The case of my desktop is large enough to fit multiple hard drives .

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

Ex: Jack forgot his headphones at home and had to endure the noisy commute without his usual music .
port [noun]

a socket on a computer or other electronic device used to connect external devices such as a mouse, keyboard, etc.

Ex: He used the Ethernet port to connect the computer to the network .

a small electronic storage device used to store digital data

Ex: She inserted the memory card into her phone to store more music .
slot [noun]

a physical socket or opening in a computer or electronic device where a circuit board or other component can be inserted

Ex: She carefully placed the adapter into the available slot .
motion [noun]

an illusion of movement created by displaying a series of still images of a moving object in quick succession

Ex: The illusion of motion was achieved by showing frames in quick succession .
sensor [noun]

a machine or device that detects any changes in the environment and sends the information to other electronic devices

Ex: The car has a sensor that helps it park automatically .
sim card [noun]

a small, removable card that stores data for one's mobile device and identifies one to the network

Ex: The phone would n't recognize the SIM card , so he had to try another one .
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 .
Wi-Fi [noun]

the technology that allows computers, cell phones, etc. to access the Internet or exchange data wirelessly

Ex: He upgraded his router to ensure a stronger Wi-Fi signal throughout the house .
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 .

a display by which the user can interact with a computer, smartphone, etc. by touching its surface

Ex: The touchscreen on the tablet is much larger than on the phone .
yen [noun]

the official currency of Japan, abbreviated as ¥, used for financial transactions and pricing in Japan

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dollar [noun]

the unit of money in the US, Canada, Australia and several other countries, equal to 100 cents

Ex: The concert tickets were eighty dollars each .
pound [noun]

the currency of the UK and some other countries that is equal to 100 pence

Ex: The meal cost us twenty-five pounds each .
euro [noun]

the money that most countries in Europe use

Ex: The entrance to the amusement park is six euros for children .
yuan [noun]

the basic unit of currency in China, abbreviated as ¥ or CNY, used for financial transactions and pricing in China

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China [noun]

the biggest country in East Asia

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japan [noun]

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

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a union of 27 European states that is formed to strengthen the economic and political bonds between its members

Ex: The European Union ’s economy is one of the largest in the world .

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: The history of the United States includes significant events like the Civil War .

a country in northwest Europe, consisting of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland

Ex: London is the capital city of the United Kingdom and a major cultural and economic hub .
customer [noun]

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

Ex: The restaurant treated every customer like family .

someone whose job is to serve or help customers in a shop

Ex: The shop assistant quickly restocked the shelves with the new arrivals .
built-in [adjective]

(of a place or piece of equipment) connected to something in a way that is not separable

Ex: The kitchen comes with a built-in refrigerator for a sleek look .
wireless [adjective]

able to operate without wires

Ex: The wireless mouse is more convenient than the traditional wired one .