Αγγλικά

technology

gb/tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/ us/tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
B1 Αγγλικά
~ 900
Σημασίες
0 σημασίες
Ουσιαστικό B1 entity
1

Use of science for practical purposes

The use of science to make tools, machines, or systems that help people do things.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: [someone] uses technology to [do something]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse 'technology' (the general field) with a specific device, saying 'a technology' when they mean 'a device' or 'a piece of equipment'.
Συνώνυμα
engineering (Focuses more on the design and construction process rather than the broader application of science.) | applied science (More formal; emphasizes the scientific basis behind the practical use.)
Αντώνυμα
primitive methods (Refers to basic, traditional ways of doing things without modern tools or machines.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
modern technology |digital technology |advanced technology |information technology |cutting-edge technology
Θέματα
science |engineering |innovation |technology |core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
  • Modern technology has transformed the way we communicate.
  • The company is investing heavily in green technology.
  • Technology is essential for space exploration.
  • Advances in medical technology have saved many lives.
  • The school introduced new technology into the classroom.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • We use technology every day.
  • Technology helps us talk to people far away.
  • New technology can make life easier.
  • She studies computer technology at school.
  • Technology is important for doctors.
Ουσιαστικό technical B2 entity
2

A particular machine or system

A machine or system made using science and engineering.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: [something] is a new technology for [purpose]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners may overgeneralize and call any idea or method 'technology', even if it doesn't involve physical devices or systems.
Συνώνυμα
device (Refers to a single piece of equipment; less formal.) | innovation (Emphasizes novelty and originality rather than physical machinery.)
Αντώνυμα
obsolete equipment (Refers to old machines or systems no longer in use due to being outdated.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
new technology |emerging technologies |military technology
Θέματα
engineering |manufacturing |technology |science |core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
  • This solar panel is the latest technology in renewable energy.
  • The lab is testing a new technology for water purification.
  • The military unveiled a stealth technology for aircraft.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • This phone uses new technology.
  • They made a new technology to clean water.
  • The car has smart technology.
Ουσιαστικό formal B2 entity
3

Technical methods in a field

The ways of doing things in a special area of work using technical skills and knowledge.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: [field] technology
Συνώνυμα
techniques (More general and not limited to science-based methods.) | methodology (Focuses more on the structured approach to processes rather than the tools themselves.)
Αντώνυμα
manual methods (Refers to doing work by hand without specialized processes or equipment.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
agricultural technology |medical technology |mining technology
Θέματα
industry |science |technology |work |education
Παραδείγματα
  • Medical technology has improved patient outcomes.
  • The agricultural technology used here increases crop yields.
  • Mining technology has advanced significantly in recent decades.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • Medical technology helps doctors treat patients.
  • Farmers use new agricultural technology.
  • Mining technology makes work faster.
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
technology
IPA
GB/tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
US/tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
tech - no - logy (3 συλλαβές)
Stress on 2nd syllable (no)
Τύποι λέξης
Noun
  • Base: technology
  • Plural: technologies, technology
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Forms
technologies noun
Core family
technological adjective B2 technical adjective B1 technician noun B1
Related words
technologically adverb technically adverb B1 tech noun B1 technique noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
nontechnical adjective
Advanced or less common
technologist noun
Εκφράσεις

assistive technology

1
/ˈæsɪstɪv tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase technical

Tech that helps disabled people

Technology that helps people with disabilities do things they find hard to do.

Παραδείγματα
  • Assistive technology can help students with learning difficulties.
  • Wheelchair lifts are one type of assistive technology.

cutting-edge technology

1
/kˈʌtɪŋ ˈɛd͡ʒ tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase

Most advanced modern tech

Technology that is very new and advanced.

Παραδείγματα
  • The company prides itself on using cutting-edge technology.
  • Cutting-edge technology is driving the industry forward.

green technology

1
/ɡɹˈin tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase

Eco-friendly tech solutions

Technology that is good for the environment.

Παραδείγματα
  • Green technology is important for fighting climate change.
  • Solar panels are a form of green technology.

state-of-the-art technology

1
/stˈeɪt əv ðə ˈɑɹt tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase

Most modern version of tech

The newest and best kind of technology available now.

Παραδείγματα
  • The hospital uses state-of-the-art technology for surgery.
  • This camera has state-of-the-art technology.

information technology

1
/ˌɪnfɔɹmˈeɪʃən tɛknˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase technical

Technology for storing and using data

The use of computers and other technology to store and share information.

Παραδείγματα
  • She works in information technology as a software engineer.
  • He works in information technology at a large bank.
  • Information technology has changed how we communicate.
  • Information technology has changed how companies operate.

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