英語

hardware

gb/hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ/ us/hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ/
A2 英語
~ 1000
語義
0件の語義
名詞 A2 entity
1

Physical parts of a computer

The solid parts of a computer or machine, like the screen, keyboard, and inside parts.

用法パターン: [something] has [type of] hardware
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes confuse 'hardware' with 'software'; remember that hardware is the physical part of the computer.
類義語
equipment (General term for tools or devices; not limited to computers.) | machinery (Refers to machines in general, not just electronic components.)
対義語
software (Refers to programs and data, the non-physical part of a computer system.)
コロケーション
computer hardware |upgrade hardware |hardware store |install hardware |hardware failure
テーマ
technology |computers |science
例文
  • The company's new laptop has state-of-the-art hardware.
  • You may need to upgrade your hardware to run this game.
  • The technician replaced some faulty hardware in the server.
  • Hardware failures can cause serious data loss.
  • Her job involves testing computer hardware before release.
学習者向け例文
  • My computer has new hardware.
  • This game needs better hardware.
  • He sells computer hardware.
  • We must fix the broken hardware.
  • She works with computer hardware.
名詞 A2 entity
2

Tools and equipment for building or repair

Strong tools and machines used to build or fix things.

用法パターン: buy [something] at a hardware store
よくある間違い:
Learners may think 'hardware' only refers to computers; in this sense it means tools and equipment.
類義語
tools (General term for instruments used to carry out a task.) | gear (Informal term for equipment, often specialized.)
対義語
software (In contrast to computing tools, refers to digital programs; not applicable for construction context.)
コロケーション
hardware store |buy hardware |military hardware |kitchen hardware
テーマ
construction |daily life |work |housing
例文
  • I bought some screws and nails from the hardware store.
  • The carpenter loaded his truck with all the necessary hardware.
  • Modern kitchens are equipped with stainless steel hardware.
  • The army displayed its latest military hardware.
  • The museum has a section dedicated to antique farming hardware.
学習者向け例文
  • I went to the hardware store.
  • He needs more hardware for the job.
  • We keep the hardware in the shed.
  • She sells kitchen hardware.
  • They use special hardware to fix the bridge.
名詞 technical B1 entity
3

Weapons and military equipment

Big machines and weapons used by the army or navy.

類義語
armaments (Formal term for weapons and military supplies.) | weaponry (General term for weapons; does not include all military machinery.)
対義語
civilian goods (Non-military products and equipment.)
コロケーション
military hardware |nuclear hardware |modern hardware
テーマ
military |politics
例文
  • The country invested heavily in new military hardware.
  • The parade showcased tanks and other hardware.
  • Negotiations will include talks about reducing nuclear hardware.
学習者向け例文
  • The army bought new military hardware.
  • They showed their military hardware in the parade.
  • The country sold old military hardware.
文法
辞書形
hardware
IPA
GB/hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ/
US/hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ/
音節・強勢
hard - ware (2音節)
Stress on 1st syllable (hard)
活用形
Noun
  • Base: hardware
  • Plural: hardware
関連語
Related words
software noun A2 firmware noun B2
表現

hardware store

1
/hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ stˈɔɹ/
fixed phrase

Shop selling tools and equipment

A shop where you can buy tools, nails, paint, and other things for building or fixing houses.

例文
  • I need to stop by the hardware store to get some paint.
  • He works at the local hardware store.

military hardware

1
/mˈɪlɪtˌɛɹi hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ/
fixed phrase

Weapons and heavy military equipment

Weapons and big machines used by an army or navy.

例文
  • The country is importing advanced military hardware.
  • They displayed their military hardware during the ceremony.

piece of hardware

1
/pˈis əv hˈɑɹdwˌɛɹ/
fixed phrase

Single item of equipment or device

One tool or one part of a machine or computer.

例文
  • That camera is an impressive piece of hardware.
  • Each piece of hardware must be tested before shipping.

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