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English Result - Intermediate - Unit 9 - 9D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9D in the English Result Intermediate coursebook, such as "payphone", "fire alarm", "desktop computer", etc.

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English Result - Intermediate
phone book

a book containing a list of telephone numbers for a particular area or group of people, arranged alphabetically

Ex: I looked up his number in the phone book. 
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phone box
phone box
[noun]

an enclosed space with a public phone that someone can pay in order to use it

Ex: He stepped into the phone box to make an urgent call. 
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phone call

the act of speaking to someone or trying to reach them on the phone

Ex: I received a phone call from my friend just as I was about to leave the house. 
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car phone
car phone
[noun]

a mobile radio telephone that is designed to be used in a vehicle

Ex: The car phone was a lifesaver when I needed to call for help on the highway. 
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phone card

a prepaid card or voucher used to make telephone calls, often from public payphones or specific devices

Ex: He bought a phone card to make international calls while traveling. 
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cell phone

a phone that we can carry with us and use anywhere because it has no wires

Ex: Can you please mute your cell phone during the movie? 
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mobile phone

a cellular phone or cell phone; ‌a phone without any wires and with access to a cellular radio system that we can carry with us and use anywhere

Ex: She always carries her mobile phone with her to stay connected with friends and family. 
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phone number

the number used for calling someone's phone

Ex: Can you please give me your phone number so I can call you? 
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payphone
payphone
[noun]

a telephone in a public place that one needs to pay for, mostly by prepaid cards

Ex: He searched for a payphone to call for help after his car broke down on the highway. 
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computer
computer
[noun]

an electronic device that stores and processes data

Ex: He upgraded the computer's software for better performance. 
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laptop computer

a computer that is small and portable and works with a rechargeable battery

Ex: She carries her laptop computer to work every day. 
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computer technology

the design, development, and use of computers and related systems to process, store, and share information

Ex: Advances in computer technology have transformed how businesses operate. 
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computer programmer

a professional who writes and tests code for computer software, applications, and systems

Ex: The computer programmer developed an app for tracking fitness goals. 
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desktop computer

a computer that is made to fit on a table or desk but is not portable

Ex: She bought a new desktop computer for her home office. 
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computer keyboard

a device with a set of keys used to input data into a computer by typing

Ex: She spilled coffee on her computer keyboard and had to replace it. 
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computer graphics

an artistic style popular in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, characterized by its use of computers and digital technologies to create images and animations

Ex: The game developer specializes in creating stunning computer graphics. 
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fire alarm

a device that gives warning of a fire, by making a loud noise

Ex: The fire alarm rang loudly, causing everyone in the building to exit quickly. 
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alarm clock

a clock that can be set to an exact time to make a sound and wake someone up

Ex: I always set multiple alarms on my alarm clock to ensure I wake up. 
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burglar alarm

an electronic security device that, when activated, emits a loud noise to deter and alert about unauthorized entry into a house, building, or other premises

Ex: The burglar alarm went off, scaring away the intruders. 
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smoke alarm

a device or alarm that starts beeping if it detects smoke or fire

Ex: The smoke alarm woke them up during the night, alerting them to a fire in the kitchen. 
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alarm bell

a bell or similar device that sounds to signal danger or a warning

Ex: The fire alarm bell rang loudly, prompting everyone to evacuate. 
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personal computer

a compact electronic device designed for individual use, capable of performing various tasks such as word processing, internet browsing, and multimedia applications

Ex: The PC on his desk is equipped with a high-performance processor and ample storage for his work tasks. 
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