English for Technical Work

Learning path · 10 study sets · 510 words · English vocabulary · Created by Openquiz Team

A basic English vocabulary learning roadmap for technical fields and machinery in everyday work.

Study sets in this learning path

General Technical Tools (50 words)
- level /'levəl/ — a tool that shows whether a surface is flat and even
- hammer /'hæmər/ — a tool for hitting nails
- wrench /rentʃ/ — a tool for tightening or loosening nuts
- screwdriver /'skru:,draɪvər/ — a tool for turning screws
- pliers /'plaɪərz/ — a tool for holding or cutting wire
- saw /sɔ:/ — a tool for cutting wood or metal
- drill /drɪl/ — a machine for making holes
- tape measure /'teɪp ,meʒər/ — a flexible tool for measuring length
- chisel /'tʃɪzəl/ — a tool for cutting or shaping wood
- socket /'sɒkɪt/ — a tool head for tightening or loosening bolts
Mechanical Workshop (51 words)
- engine /'ɛndʒɪn/ — a machine that makes things move
- gear /ɡɪr/ — a toothed wheel that transfers motion
- bolt /boʊlt/ — a metal pin with threads
- nut /nʌt/ — a small metal piece that screws onto a bolt
- weld /wɛld/ — joining metal with heat
- steel /sti:l/ — a strong metal
- hammer /'hæmər/ — a tool for hitting things
- wrench /rɛntʃ/ — a tool for turning nuts and bolts
- drill /drɪl/ — a tool for making holes
- lathe /leɪð/ — a machine that shapes spinning material
Electrical Basics (50 words)
- wire /waɪər/ — a thin metal thread that carries electricity
- circuit /'sɜ:rkɪt/ — a path for electricity to flow
- battery /'bætəri/ — a device that stores electric power
- switch /swɪtʃ/ — a device to turn power on or off
- resistor /rɪ'zɪstər/ — a part that limits electric flow
- capacitor /kə'pæsɪtər/ — a part that stores electric charge
- inductor /ɪn'dʌktər/ — a coil that controls electric flow
- transformer /træns'fɔ:rmər/ — a device that changes voltage
- voltage /'voʊltɪdʒ/ — the push of electricity
- current /'kɜ:rənt/ — the flow of electricity
Construction Work (52 words)
- cement /sɪ'ment/ — a powder used to make concrete
- brick /brɪk/ — a building block
- concrete /'kɒŋ.kri:t/ — a hard building material
- hammer /'hæmə(r)/ — a tool for hitting things
- nail /neɪl/ — a small metal pin
- screw /skru:/ — a metal fastener with a spiral
- drill /drɪl/ — a tool for making holes
- saw /sɔ:/ — a tool for cutting
- measure /'meʒə(r)/ — to find the size or length of something
- level /'lev.əl/ — a tool that shows whether a surface is flat and even
Automotive Terms (53 words)
- engine /'ɛndʒɪn/ — the machine that makes a vehicle move
- tire /'taɪər/ — the rubber wheel of a vehicle
- brake /breɪk/ — a part that slows or stops a vehicle
- oil /ɔɪl/ — a liquid that helps machines run smoothly
- battery /'bætəri/ — a device that stores electric power
- repair /rɪ'pɛər/ — to fix something that is broken
- mechanic /mə'kænɪk/ — a person who fixes vehicles
- garage /ɡə'rɑ:ʒ/ — a place to park or fix vehicles
- fuel /'fju:əl/ — a substance that gives energy to an engine
- gearbox /'ɡɪəbɒks/ — a part that changes engine speed and power
Manufacturing Factory (53 words)
- factory /'fæk.tər.i/ — a place where things are made
- production /prə'dʌk.ʃən/ — the making of goods; the amount made
- machine /mə'ʃi:n/ — machines and equipment
- operator /'ɒp.ə.reɪ.tər/ — a person who runs a machine
- assembly line /ə'sem.bli laɪn/ — a line where products are put together
- factory worker /'fæk.tər.i 'wɜ:.kər/ — a person who works in a factory
- engineer /,en.dʒɪ'nɪər/ — a person who designs or fixes things
- supervisor /'su:.pə.vaɪ.zər/ — a person who watches and manages workers
- safety /'seɪf.ti/ — being free from danger
- maintenance /'meɪn.tən.əns/ — keeping machines working well
Maintenance Work (50 words)
- repair /rɪ'peər/ — fix something that is broken
- replace /rɪ'pleɪs/ — put in a new one
- check /tʃek/ — look at something to see if it is correct or working
- tighten /'taɪtən/ — make tighter
- loosen /'lu:sən/ — make looser
- inspect /ɪn'spekt/ — check very carefully
- lubricate /'lu:brɪkeɪt/ — add oil to reduce friction
- clean /kli:n/ — remove dirt
- test /test/ — try it to see if it works
- adjust /ə'dʒʌst/ — change slightly
Safety and Protection (50 words)
- helmet /'hɛlmɪt/ — a hard hat that protects the head
- glove /ɡlʌv/ — hand cover for protection
- safety /'seɪfti/ — the state of being free from danger
- warning /'wɔ:rnɪŋ/ — a sign or message of danger
- danger /'deɪndʒər/ — something that can cause harm
- goggles /'ɡɑ:ɡəlz/ — glasses that protect your eyes
- earplug /'ɪərplʌɡ/ — a small plug put in the ear to block noise
- mask /mæsk/ — a cover for your mouth and nose
- boots /bu:ts/ — strong shoes for protection
- vest /vɛst/ — a sleeveless jacket worn over clothes, often bright for safety
Industrial Machines (49 words)
- crane /kreɪn/ — a machine that lifts heavy things
- conveyor /kən'veɪər/ — a moving belt that carries things
- pump /pʌmp/ — a machine that moves liquid or gas
- motor /'moʊtər/ — a machine that makes things move
- generator /'dʒɛnə,reɪtər/ — a machine that makes electricity
- compressor /kəm'prɛsər/ — a machine that squeezes air
- gear /ɡɪər/ — a toothed wheel that moves parts
- shaft /ʃæft/ — a long rod that turns
- bearing /'bɛərɪŋ/ — a part that lets things turn smoothly
- valve /vælv/ — a part that opens or closes flow
Daily Technical Communication (52 words)
- measure /'mɛʒər/ — to find the size or amount of something
- check /tʃɛk/ — to look at something to find problems
- test /tɛst/ — check if something works
- repair /rɪ'pɛər/ — fix something
- install /ɪn'stɔ:l/ — put something in place
- adjust /ə'dʒʌst/ — change a little to fit
- assemble /ə'sɛmbəl/ — put parts together
- calibrate /'kælɪbreɪt/ — set to be accurate
- connect /kə'nɛkt/ — join things together
- disconnect /,dɪskə'nɛkt/ — separate a connection

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