Technology (Part 2) | Elementary Vocabulary
Talking about technology in English
Predicting the future of technology is challenging, as advancements in technology are often driven by unpredictable factors such as scientific discoveries, social trends, and economic forces. However, there are several key trends that are expected to shape the future of technology in the coming years including artificial intelligence, internet of things, 5G networks, quantum computing, and augmented reality.
Learn 16 words to describe more technology terms
Use these flashcards to learn the meaning of the terms for this unit. You can also practice the pronunciation by listening to the audio on each card.
Practice Exercises for Technology Vocabulary
Exercise 1 – Play this memory game to review the vocabulary
Exercise 1 – Play this memory game to review the vocabulary
Match the words to the pictures. Sound on (🔊) if you want to hear the pronunciation of the vocabulary terms
Exercise 2 – Practice using the vocabulary in context
Exercise 2 – Practice using the vocabulary in context
Exercise 3 – Speaking activity
Exercise 3 – Speaking activity
To do this activity, you must use the Google Chrome web browser. You also must give permission to use your microphone.
Exercise 1
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Exercise 2
Exercise 3
To do this activity, you must use the Google Chrome web browser. You also must give permission to use your microphone.
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Question 1 of 11
1. Question
Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:
Oh no, I dropped my mobile and now the ________ is broken!CorrectIncorrect -
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2. Question
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You should not use your birthday for your ________ because that is not a secret.CorrectIncorrect -
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3. Question
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Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter are all examples of __________.CorrectIncorrect -
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4. Question
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An iPhone is a type of a __________.CorrectIncorrect -
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5. Question
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You can find answers to any question in the world on the __________.CorrectIncorrect -
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6. Question
Complete the sentence with the missing word:
The music needs to be louder! Turn up the __________!CorrectIncorrect -
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Did you watch that funny cat __________ on Youtube?CorrectIncorrect -
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8. Question
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I prefer to talk on the phone than to __________ on my mobile.CorrectIncorrect -
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She likes to take pictures, so she is interested in _________.CorrectIncorrect -
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The __________ was invented in the 1800s so people can talk to others who are in a different location.CorrectIncorrect -
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Question 11 of 11
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A ___________ is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.CorrectIncorrect -
Let us review the vocabulary about technology
| Term | Part of speech | Definition |
| broken | adjective | not working properly |
| digital | adjective | using computer technology |
| electric | adjective | using electricity |
| electricity | noun | the energy that is carried through wires and used to operate machines |
| internet | noun | a system that connects computers all over the world |
| IT | noun | “Information Technology”; refers to using computers to manage and process information, usually for a company; can also refer to people who work with technology |
| mobile (phone) | noun | (or cell phone); a small telephone that people take with them outside their homes |
| photography | noun | the process of taking pictures with a camera |
| program | noun | a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do |
| site | noun | website; a place on the World Wide Web with information; www._____.com, .net, .org etc |
| software | noun | the programs that run on a computer (such as anti-virus software) |
| speaker | noun | the part of a computer, television, etc. that makes sound |
| talk | verb | to say words to someone, in person or over the phone |
| telephone | noun | a device used to talk and listen to someone who is somewhere else |
| video | noun | a movie, event, etc. that has been recorded so that it can be watched on a television, computer, phone, etc. |
| web page | noun | a page of words, pictures, information that is on a website |