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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Communication

Here you will learn some English words about communication, such as "browse", "directory", "helpline", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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Essential Words Needed for TOEFL
communication

the process or activity of exchanging information or expressing feelings, thoughts, or ideas by speaking, writing, etc.

Ex: Good communication is key to a successful relationship. 
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attachment

a file or document that is sent along with an email

Ex: She sent an attachment with the report to her boss. 
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to bookmark

to store the address of a file, website, etc. for faster and easier access

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to browse
to browse
[Verb]

to check a web page, text, etc. without reading all the content

Ex: He browsed online forums to read reviews and opinions about the latest video games. 
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browser
browser
[noun]

a computer program that enables the user to read or look at information on the Internet

Ex: Google Chrome is the most popular browser worldwide. 
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broadband
broadband
[noun]

a system of Internet connection that allows users to share information simultaneously

Ex: The company upgraded its office to a broadband connection to accommodate the increased demand for high-speed Internet access. 
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cellular
cellular
[Adjective]

related to a telephone system that uses radio stations for communication

Ex: The cellular network coverage in rural areas is not as extensive as in urban areas. 
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service provider

a company that provides its customers with internet access and related services

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conference call

a phone call in which three or more people can hear and speak with one another

Ex: We scheduled a conference call to discuss the new project with the team in different offices. 
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to cut off

to end a phone call while the other person is still on the line

Ex: In the middle of discussing plans, Tom's boss had to cut off the call unexpectedly for an urgent meeting. 
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Internet cafe

a place with computers where people can pay to access Internet and often buy something to eat

Ex: She visited the Internet café to check her email while traveling. 
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directory
directory
[noun]

(computing) an area on a computer containing files that are necessary for keeping the computer organized

Ex: The IT technician organized the files into separate directories to improve file management. 
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engaged
engaged
[Adjective]

(of phone lines) being in use

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to dial
to dial
[Verb]

to enter a telephone number using a rotary or keypad on a telephone or mobile device in order to make a call

Ex: She dialed her friend's number to invite them to the party. 
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to follow
to follow
[Verb]

to subscribe to a person or organization's account on a social media platform to check everything that they post or publish

Ex: I follow my favorite bands on Instagram to stay updated on their latest music releases. 
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hate mail
hate mail
[noun]

offensive and often threatening letters or emails usually sent under no name

Ex: She received hate mail after speaking out on social media. 
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spam
spam
[noun]

unwanted or irrelevant online advertisements sent to many people

Ex: The email filter automatically detects and removes spam from my inbox. 
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helpline
helpline
[noun]

a phone service that provides advice, comfort, or information regarding specific problems

Ex: She contacted the helpline to get advice on how to handle the emergency. 
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to hold
to hold
[Verb]

to wait on the phone line until the other person answers it

Ex: Could you please hold for a moment while I transfer your call? 
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influencer

someone who encourages other people to purchase a product or service by talking about it on social media

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YouTuber
YouTuber
[noun]

someone who is active on YouTube by creating content for it

Ex: My cousin is a YouTuber who makes videos about video games. 
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podcaster
podcaster
[noun]

someone who posts a series of digital media files available for download over the Internet on a regular basis

Ex: The podcaster released a new episode about climate change this week. 
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to block
to block
[Verb]

to prevent someone from contacting or viewing one's activities on social media

Ex: She blocked her ex-boyfriend on social media to avoid further communication. 
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thread
thread
[noun]

a sequence of linked messages on social media, email, etc.

Ex: Users can follow a thread of comments to understand different perspectives on a topic. 
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surfing
surfing
[noun]

the activity of spending a lot of time online navigating through different websites

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to forward

to send something, such as an email or letter, that you have received, to someone else

Ex: I will forward your email to the appropriate department for further assistance. 
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home page
home page
[noun]

the opening page of a website that introduces it and links the user to other pages

Ex: She visited the home page to find the latest updates. 
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inbox
inbox
[noun]

a folder in which received emails or text messages are stored

Ex: I have over 100 unread messages in my email inbox. 
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to tweet
to tweet
[Verb]

to post or send something on X social media

Ex: She tweeted a photo of her vacation to share with her followers. 
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bandwidth
bandwidth
[noun]

the maximum rate of data transfer of an electronic communication system

Ex: In networking, bandwidth refers to the maximum data transfer rate of a network connection, measured in bits per second (bps). 
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interpreter

someone who verbally changes the words of a language into another

Ex: She hired an interpreter to assist with the business meeting in a foreign country. 
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