desktop
gb/dˈɛsktˌɑp/ us/dˈɛsktˌɑp/
A2
Inglês
~ 1700
asztal, asztali számítógép, asztali gép, asztali alkalmazás, asztali program, asztali verzió
SUBSTANTIVO
A2
1
asztal
A2
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para estudantes
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.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'desktop' with 'laptop', which refers to a type of computer, not the screen area.
Significado
computer's main screen workspace
Colocações
desktop background
|desktop icons
|desktop shortcut
|return to desktop
Sinônimos
home screen (More common for smartphones and tablets; similar concept but different devices.)
Antônimos
application window (Refers to a program's active window rather than the main workspace area.)
Temas
technology
|computing
|daily life
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definição
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.
SUBSTANTIVO
A2
2
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para estudantes
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.
Erro comum:
Some learners think 'desktop' always means 'laptop' or any computer, but it specifically means a non-portable one.
Significado
personal computer for desk use
Colocações
desktop computer
|desktop PC
|desktop model
Sinônimos
workstation (Often refers to a more powerful desktop computer used for professional or technical work.)
Antônimos
laptop (A portable computer that can be used in many locations.)
Temas
technology
|computing
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definição
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.
SUBSTANTIVO
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.
Exemplos para estudantes
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.
Significado
PC version of software
Colocações
desktop app
|desktop version
|desktop client
Sinônimos
standalone application (A program that runs locally on a computer without requiring a web browser.)
Antônimos
mobile app (A program designed for smartphones or tablets instead of computers.)
Temas
technology
|software
|work
Definição
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.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
desktop
AFI
GB/dˈɛsktˌɑp/
US/dˈɛsktˌɑp/
Sílabas e tonicidade
desktop (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (desktop)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: desktop
- Plural: desktops
Família de palavras
Forms
desktops
noun
Core family
desk
noun A1
Expressões
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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- The file is right there on the desktop.
- You can put shortcuts on the desktop for quick access.