desktop
gb/dˈɛsktˌɑp/ us/dˈɛsktˌɑp/
A2
English
~ 1700
asztal, asztali számítógép, asztali gép, asztali alkalmazás, asztali program, asztali verzió
NOUN
A2
1
asztal
A2
Usage pattern:
open [something] on the desktop
I saved the document to my desktop for easy access.
A dokumentumot az asztalra mentettem, hogy könnyen elérjem.
You can change the wallpaper from the desktop settings.
A háttérképet az asztal beállításaiban tudod megváltoztatni.
Several new icons appeared on my desktop after installing the software.
Click the minimize button to return to the desktop.
Her desktop was cluttered with dozens of files.
Learner examples
I put the file on my desktop.
Az asztalra tettem a fájlt.
My desktop has many icons.
Sok ikon van az asztalomon.
I see a photo of a beach on my desktop.
I open the game from my desktop.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'desktop' with 'laptop', which refers to a type of computer, not the screen area.
Meaning
computer's main screen workspace
Collocations
desktop background
|desktop icons
|desktop shortcut
|return to desktop
Synonyms
home screen (More common for smartphones and tablets; similar concept but different devices.)
Antonyms
application window (Refers to a program's active window rather than the main workspace area.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|daily life
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The main screen on a computer where you can see and open programs and files.
The primary display area on a computer screen where icons, windows, and menus are arranged for user interaction.
NOUN
A2
2
Usage pattern:
buy a desktop
I upgraded my old desktop to a faster model.
A régi asztali számítógépemet egy gyorsabb modellre cseréltem.
Desktops usually have more storage space than laptops.
Az asztali számítógépeknek általában nagyobb a tárhelyük, mint a laptopoknak.
The office ordered twenty new desktop computers for employees.
His desktop runs on Windows 11.
She prefers desktops for gaming because of their performance.
Learner examples
I use a desktop at work.
A munkahelyemen asztali számítógépet használok.
My desktop is faster than my laptop.
Az asztali gépem gyorsabb, mint a laptopom.
We bought a new desktop for the office.
The desktop is on my desk.
Common mistake:
Some learners think 'desktop' always means 'laptop' or any computer, but it specifically means a non-portable one.
Meaning
personal computer for desk use
Collocations
desktop computer
|desktop PC
|desktop model
Synonyms
workstation (Often refers to a more powerful desktop computer used for professional or technical work.)
Antonyms
laptop (A portable computer that can be used in many locations.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A computer that is made to stay on a desk and is not meant to be carried around.
A personal computer intended for regular use at a single location, typically on or under a desk.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
3
The company released a new desktop version of its messaging app.
A cég kiadta az üzenetküldő alkalmazásának új asztali verzióját.
You can download the desktop client from their website.
Az asztali klienst a weboldalukról töltheted le.
This feature is only available in the desktop application.
I prefer using the desktop version because it has more tools.
Learner examples
I use the desktop app every day.
Mindennap használom az asztali alkalmazást.
The desktop version has more options.
Az asztali verzióban több beállítási lehetőség van.
You can install the desktop client from the internet.
Meaning
PC version of software
Collocations
desktop app
|desktop version
|desktop client
Synonyms
standalone application (A program that runs locally on a computer without requiring a web browser.)
Antonyms
mobile app (A program designed for smartphones or tablets instead of computers.)
Themes
technology
|software
|work
Definition
A kind of program that is made to run on a computer, not on a phone or online only.
A version of a program intended for use on personal computers, as opposed to mobile devices or web-based systems.
Grammar
Dictionary form
desktop
IPA
GB/dˈɛsktˌɑp/
US/dˈɛsktˌɑp/
Syllables & stress
desktop (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (desktop)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: desktop
- Plural: desktops
Word family
Forms
desktops
noun
Core family
desk
noun A1
Expressions
desktop publishing
1/dˈɛsktˌɑp pˈʌblɪʃɪŋ/
fixed phrase
technical
creating printed materials with PC software
Making things like books or flyers using your computer and special software.
Examples
- He took a course in desktop publishing.
- Desktop publishing has made it easier for small businesses to create brochures.
on the desktop
1/ˈɔn ðə dˈɛsktˌɑp/
fixed phrase
located on computer's main screen area
In the main screen area of your computer where you can see icons and files.
Examples
- The file is right there on the desktop.
- You can put shortcuts on the desktop for quick access.