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Digital hardware
A lesson on familiar digital hardware words, focusing on common devices and components people use at home, school, and work.
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Found: 10 words
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laptop
noun · 3 examples
- She writes her homework on her laptop in the living room.
- I carry my laptop to class every day.
- He closed his laptop and put it in his bag.
tablet
noun · 3 examples
- She reads a story on her tablet before bed.
- The child taps the screen of the tablet.
- I use a tablet for drawing and games.
keyboard
noun · 3 examples
- I type my name on the keyboard.
- Her keyboard makes a soft clicking sound.
- Please clean the keyboard before class.
printer
noun · 3 examples
- The office printer is next to the desk.
- My homework comes out of the printer on one page.
- She waits while the printer finishes.
camera
noun · 3 examples
- He points the camera at the dog.
- My new camera takes clear photos.
- She holds the camera with both hands.
speaker
noun · 3 examples
- The music is loud because the speaker is on.
- We connect the speaker to the computer.
- This speaker makes the room feel full of sound.
smartphone
noun · 3 examples
- She checks messages on her smartphone.
- I use my smartphone to call my sister.
- His smartphone is always in his pocket.
monitor
noun · 3 examples
- The teacher shows the class picture on the monitor.
- My computer needs a new monitor.
- He looks at the monitor while he types.
cable
noun · 3 examples
- The cable runs from the computer to the wall.
- We need a longer cable for the charger.
- Please unplug the cable before moving the desk.
battery
noun · 3 examples
- My flashlight needs a new battery.
- The battery is almost empty.
- This battery gives the phone power.
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