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Media and Communication - Social Media

Here you will learn some English words related to social media such as "algorithm", "feed", and "content".

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profile picture

a small image that represents an individual or entity on social media platforms or online profiles

Ex: I just changed my profile picture on Facebook to a new photo from my vacation. 
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cover photo

the prominent and customizable image displayed at the top of a social media profile or webpage, often used to visually represent the individual or brand

Ex: The cover photo on your profile looks great; it really captures your style. 
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profile
profile
[noun]

the personal details and other information that someone posts online on a social media platform

Ex: She updated her profile with a new profile picture and bio. 
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bio
bio
[noun]

a short written description or summary that provides information about a person, often used in social media profiles or online platforms to provide an introduction or overview of oneself

Ex: I updated my bio on Instagram to reflect my new job. 
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following
following
[noun]

a group of people who support or admire a thing or person, such as a public figure, group, or organization

Ex: The artist gained a huge following after her debut album. 
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like
like
[noun]

something by which a person can show their interest in or approval of a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

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comment
comment
[noun]

a spoken or written remark that expresses an opinion or reaction

Ex: He replied to my comment with a detailed explanation. 
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timeline
timeline
[noun]

a list of the online activities of a user on a social media platform in a chronological order

Ex: His timeline showed all his posts from the past year. 
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story
story
[noun]

a short-lived post on social media that disappears after 24 hours, used for casual updates or moments

Ex: She posted a story of her vacation sunset on Instagram. 
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post
post
[noun]

a piece of writing, image, etc. published online, usually on a social media website or application, or a blog

Ex: I read an interesting post about cooking tips on a food blog. 
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status
status
[noun]

information that one shares on social media to show their current mood, opinion, or situation

Ex: His status reflected his excitement about the upcoming concert. 
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feed
feed
[noun]

a personalized and constantly updated stream of content from accounts that a user follows, allowing them to view and engage with the latest posts, photos, and videos in a central place

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DM
DM
[noun]

a message sent on a social media platform that is available only to the recipient

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notification

an alert or message sent to inform a user about an event or activity on a social media platform or digital service

Ex: She received a notification about a new message on her phone. 
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friend
friend
[noun]

a person added to one's contact list on a social-media account

Ex: He has over a thousand friends on his profile. 
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friend request

a request sent through social media platforms or online networks, inviting someone to connect and add them as a friend or contact

Ex: She received a friend request from a former classmate on Facebook. 
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engagement

the level of interaction, involvement, or participation that users have with content on a social media platform, such as likes, comments, shares, and other forms of active engagement that indicate user interest and involvement

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activity log

a chronological record or history of a user's actions, interactions, and activities on a social media platform, providing a detailed log of their past engagements, posts, comments, likes, and other interactions for reference or review

Ex: The activity log helped her find the post she accidentally liked. 
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highlight
highlight
[noun]

a feature on social media platforms that allows users to showcase or emphasize specific content by making it more prominent or visible

Ex: She added her vacation photos to her Instagram highlight to keep them visible for her followers. 
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pm
pm
[noun]

a private message sent on a social media platform, online forum, etc.

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tweet
tweet
[noun]

a message or post on Twitter

Ex: Her latest tweet went viral, gaining thousands of likes and retweets within hours. 
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vlog
vlog
[noun]

a form of video content, often published on websites or social media platforms, where individuals or content creators share their personal experiences, expertise, or opinions through recorded videos in a blog-like format

Ex: She started a vlog to document her travels and share her experiences with viewers. 
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vlogging
vlogging
[noun]

the act of updating a blog or a social media account by short videos on a regular basis

Ex: Vlogging has become a fun way for him to share his cooking experiments with his friends. 
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group
group
[noun]

a dedicated online community or space where users with shared interests can join, interact, and collaborate in discussions and content sharing

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flash mob
flash mob
[noun]

a large group of people organized using social media who gather together publicly at an exact time, do something for a short time and then disperse

Ex: I saw a flash mob in the park yesterday, and it was such a fun surprise. 
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flash mobbing

an act of organizing a large group of people using social media to gather them together publicly at an exact time, doing something for a short time and then dispersing

Ex: Flash mobbing has become a popular way for people to express creativity in public spaces. 
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recommendation

personalized suggestions provided to users on social media platforms and other digital services, based on their preferences and interactions

Ex: The app's recommendation for new music matched her taste perfectly. 
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algorithm
algorithm
[noun]

a set of rules used by digital systems to decide what content to show users based on their behavior and preferences

Ex: The search engine uses complex algorithms to rank web pages based on relevance and authority. 
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social network

a digital platform or online service that enables individuals to connect, communicate, and interact with others, allowing users to create profiles, share content, and engage in social interactions within a virtual community

Ex: She uses her social network to share her photography and get feedback from others. 
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social networking

using websites and apps to interact and build social relationships

Ex: Social networking has become an essential tool for businesses to engage with their customers. 
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content
content
[noun]

any form of information, media, or material that is created, published, or shared on digital platforms, including text, images, videos, articles, podcasts, and more

Ex: The website updates its content daily to keep users engaged. 
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native video

videos that are uploaded and played directly within the social media platform, rather than being shared from external video hosting sites

Ex: I prefer watching native videos on Facebook because they load faster than links from other websites. 
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reel
reel
[noun]

a short-form video format on social media platforms that allows users to create and share vertical, full-screen videos

Ex: She posted a cooking reel on Instagram. 
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archive
archive
[noun]

a feature on websites or social media platforms for storing and accessing past posts, stories, or other content in an organized collection

Ex: She moved last year's photos to the Instagram archive. 
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meme
meme
[noun]

a video, image, etc. that has been altered to act as a joke or to tease someone, used and quickly spread by internet users

Ex: She created a hilarious meme featuring her pet that quickly became a internet sensation. 
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fear of missing out

the anxiety or unease that arises from feeling left out of a social experience or opportunity

Ex: She felt a wave of FOMO when she saw all her friends at the concert while she was stuck at home. 
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selfie
selfie
[noun]

a photo of a person that is taken by the same person, usually shared on social media

Ex: She snapped a quick selfie with her friends at the beach to capture the moment. 
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handle
handle
[noun]

someone's username on an online forum or social media platform

Ex: His Twitter handle is @TechEnthusiast123, reflecting his interest in technology. 
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troll
troll
[noun]

(computing) someone who posts hostile, irrelevant, or offensive comments on a website or social media to annoy others

Ex: Ignore trolls who try to provoke arguments online. 
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dislike
dislike
[noun]

a negative reaction or expression of disapproval on social media

Ex: The post received hundreds of dislikes on the platform. 
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avatar
avatar
[noun]

an image that is the representation of a player in a game or an account on social media

Ex: She created a colorful avatar to represent her in the online game. 
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filter
filter
[noun]

a digital tool or feature that modifies or enhances photos or videos by applying effects or adjustments for a desired visual result

Ex: She applied a vintage filter to her selfie. 
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emoji
emoji
[noun]

a small digital icon or image used on social media or in text messages to show the tone of a message or its sender's facial expression, originated in Japan

Ex: She added a smiling face emoji to her text message to convey happiness. 
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