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Internet and phones – English vocabulary

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26 English words with meanings: connected to/with, icon, install, Internet access, ISP… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on…

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Word list

  1. connected to/with /kə'nɛktɪd tu:/ (phrase) — linked or joined to something else
    Example: The printer is connected to the computer.
    Synonyms: linked to, attached to, joined to
  2. icon /'aɪkɒn/ (noun) — a small picture on a screen that represents a program or file
    Example: Click the icon to open the app.
    Synonyms: symbol, image
  3. install /ɪn'stɔ:l/ (verb) — To put equipment or software into place so it can be used.
    Example: We will install the new software today.
    Synonyms: set up, fit
  4. Internet access /'ɪntər,nɛt 'æksɛs/ (phrase) — the ability to connect to the web
    Example: The hotel offers free Internet access.
    Synonyms: internet connection, web access, online access
  5. ISP /,aɪ es 'pi:/ (noun) — a company that provides internet service
    Example: Our ISP is very fast.
    Synonyms: internet provider, internet service provider
  6. keyboard /'ki:bɔ:rd/ (noun) — the set of keys used to type into a computer
    Example: Please type your name on the keyboard.
    Synonyms: keypad, typing keyboard
  7. landline /'lændlaɪn/ (noun) — a telephone that uses wires and stays in one place
    Example: We still have a landline at home.
    Synonyms: fixed-line phone, home phone
  8. laptop /'læptɒp/ (noun) — a portable computer with a screen and keyboard
    Example: I use my laptop on the train.
    Synonyms: notebook, portable computer
  9. link (computer) /lɪŋk/ (noun) — A word or picture you click to open another page or file.
    Example: Click the link to open the page.
    Synonyms: hyperlink, URL, web link
  10. log in/on /lɒɡ ɪn/ (verb) — to enter a computer system by giving your name and password
    Example: Please log in with your username and password.
    Synonyms: sign in, enter
  11. log off/out /lɒɡ aʊt/ (verb) — to leave a computer system after using it
    Example: Remember to log out when you finish.
    Synonyms: sign out, log off
  12. mouse (computer) /maʊs/ (noun) — a small hand-held device used to move the pointer on a screen
    Example: Move the mouse to the left.
    Synonyms: pointer device, trackball
  13. mouse mat /maʊs mæt/ (noun) — a flat pad that a mouse moves on
    Example: The mouse mat keeps the mouse steady.
    Synonyms: mouse pad, pad
  14. on the Internet /ɑn ði 'ɪntər,nɛt/ (phrase) — Using the Internet or available through it.
    Example: You can buy tickets on the Internet.
    Synonyms: online, on the web, digitally
  15. operating system /'ɒpəreɪtɪŋ 'sɪstəm/ (noun) — the main program that controls a computer's basic functions
    Example: The operating system started in a few seconds.
    Synonyms: OS, system software
  16. password /'pɑ:swɜ:rd/ (noun) — a secret word or set of characters used to get access
    Example: Enter your password to continue.
    Synonyms: passcode, secret code
  17. paste /peɪst/ (verb) — to place copied text or pictures into a document
    Example: Paste the text into the email.
    Synonyms: insert, copy in
  18. PC /,pi: 'si:/ (noun) — a small computer for one person
    Example: I need a new PC for work.
    Synonyms: personal computer, computer
  19. phone /foʊn/ (noun) — a device used to make calls and send messages
    Example: My phone is on the table.
    Synonyms: telephone, cell phone, mobile phone
  20. plug /plʌɡ/ (noun) — a small piece that fits into a hole to connect electricity
    Example: Plug the charger into the wall.
    Synonyms: connector, power plug, electrical plug
  21. plug sth in /plʌɡ ðæt ɪn/ (phrase) — to connect a machine to electricity by putting its plug into a socket
    Example: Plug the lamp in before you turn it on.
    Synonyms: connect, hook up, attach
  22. switch sth off /swɪtʃ ɔf/ (phrase) — to turn a machine or light off
    Example: Switch off the lights when you leave.
    Synonyms: turn off, shut off
  23. switch sth on /swɪtʃ ɒn/ (phrase) — to turn a machine or light so it starts working
    Example: Please switch the light on.
    Synonyms: turn on, activate
  24. texting /'tɛkstɪŋ/ (noun) — the act of sending short written messages by phone
    Example: Texting while driving is dangerous.
    Synonyms: messaging, sending texts
  25. username /'ju:zər,neɪm/ (noun) — the name a person uses to log in to a computer or website
    Example: Enter your username to sign in.
    Synonyms: login name, user ID
  26. wrong number /rɒŋ 'nʌmbər/ (phrase) — a call made to the wrong person or number
    Example: Sorry, you have the wrong number.
    Synonyms: misdialed call, incorrect number

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