Everyday technology includes devices, programs and services you use to communicate, search for information, study and entertain yourself. In this field appear words like phone, computer, internet, application, screen and network. Also enter objects from home and work, such as a printer, a router or a smart speaker. When you talk about technology, think of tools that connect people with information, work and digital media. For vocabulary related to public life and services, Society also helps.

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Son dos piezas para escuchar sonido sin molestar a nadieEs la parte o aparato que captura fotos y vídeosEs un aparato que reproduce sonido para escuchar música o vocesEs una pantalla portátil para leer, ver vídeos y jugarEs un teléfono pequeño que usas para llamar, escribir y hacer fotosEs el cable o aparato que da energía a un dispositivoEs una máquina para trabajar o estudiar con programas y archivosEs un dispositivo para mover el cursor y hacer clic en la pantallaEs la superficie donde ves imágenes y texto en un aparatoEs el conjunto de teclas para escribir en una pantalla o un equipo

Basic vocabulary of everyday devices

Word	Definition
móvil	It is a small phone you use to call, text, and take photos.
ordenador	It is a machine for work or study with programs and files.
tablet	It is a portable screen for reading, watching videos and playing.
auriculares	They are two pieces to listen to sound without disturbing anyone.
teclado	It is the set of keys to type on a screen or a device.
ratón	It is a device to move the cursor and click on the screen.
cargador	It is the cable or device that provides power to a device.
pantalla	It is the surface where you see images and text on a device.
altavoz	It is a device that reproduces sound to listen to music or voices.
cámara	It is the part or device that captures photos and videos.

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A phone serves to call and send messages. A computer or a laptop is used to type, work and study. The tablet is useful for reading, watching videos and browsing with a screen larger than that of the mobile. A television shows programs, movies and news. The headphones allow listening to music or classes without bothering others, and the speaker projects sound in a room. If you want to expand the vocabulary of objects and everyday life topics, Vocabulary offers many useful bases.

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Es la acción de enviar un archivo a internet o a una plataformaEs la conexión inalámbrica que usas sin cablesEs la herramienta para encontrar información en la redEs la relación que permite entrar en internet o comunicar dispositivosEs la fuerza con la que llega la conexión al dispositivoEs la acción de buscar y visitar páginas en internetEs la dirección que lleva a otra página o recursoEs la red mundial que conecta personas, páginas y serviciosEs la acción de copiar un archivo desde internet al dispositivoEs un espacio digital con información o servicios

Vocabulary of digital connection and browsing

Word	Definition
internet	It is the world wide web that connects people, pages, and services.
conexión	It is the relationship that allows entering the internet or connecting devices.
wifi	It is the wireless connection you use without cables.
señal	It is the strength with which the connection reaches the device.
navegar	It is the action of searching and visiting pages on the internet.
descargar	It is the action of copying a file from the internet to the device.
subir	It is the action of sending a file to the internet or a platform.
enlace	It is the address that leads to another page or resource.
buscador	It is the tool to find information on the network.
página web	It is a digital space with information or services.

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Having a connection is being able to access the internet. The signal can be good, weak or unstable. When there is no connection, the content does not load or takes a long time to open. To browse is to move through pages and websites. To download means to save a file on the device, and to upload means to send a file to a page or platform. Data is also talked about when the phone uses the mobile network. In a daily conversation you can say that the connection is slow, that the page does not open or that a download is complete.

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Es un aviso que aparece en la pantalla para informarteEs la acción de crear una cuenta nueva en un servicioEs la persona que usa una app o servicioEs la información personal que te representa en una app o redEs la clave secreta que protege una cuentaEs un programa que instalas en un dispositivo para hacer una tareaEs la acción de poner una versión nueva de una app o sistemaEs el acceso personal que usas para entrar en un servicio digitalEs la acción de salir de una cuenta al terminar de usarlaEs la acción de poner una app o programa en un dispositivo

Vocabulary of applications and digital profiles

Word	Definition
aplicación	It is a program you install on a device to perform a task.
instalar	It is the action of putting an app or program on a device.
actualizar	It is the action of putting a new version of an app or system.
perfil	It is the personal information that represents you in an app or network.
cuenta	It is the personal access you use to enter a digital service.
contraseña	It is the secret key that protects an account.
usuario	It is the person who uses an app or service.
registrarse	It is the action of creating a new account on a service.
cerrar sesión	It is the action of signing out of an account after using it.
notificación	It is a notice that appears on screen to inform you.

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An app is an application that you install on the phone, tablet or computer. To use many services you need an account. When you log in, you enter your username and your password. Creating a profile means putting your name, photo and basic data inside the platform. Sometimes an app asks you to register, log in or log out. In some services there is also the option to activate notifications or to update the profile information.

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Es un texto breve que envías a otra personaEs la acción de comunicarte por teléfono con otra personaEs un mensaje digital formal o informal que envías por internetEs una persona guardada en tu lista para comunicarte con ellaEs una llamada con imagen y sonido por internetEs una conversación escrita rápida entre personasEs la acción de quitar el sonido a una conversación o notificaciónEs la acción de contestar a un mensaje o llamadaEs la acción de enviar de nuevo un mensaje a otra personaEs un archivo que envías con un mensaje

Vocabulary of everyday digital communication

Word	Definition
mensaje	It is a short text you send to someone.
chat	It is a quick written conversation between people.
correo electrónico	It is a digital message formal or informal you send over the internet.
adjunto	It is a file you send with a message.
videollamada	It is a video call over the internet.
llamar	It is the action of communicating by phone with another person.
responder	It is the action of replying to a message or call.
reenviar	It is the action of sending a message again to another person.
silenciar	It is the action of muting the sound of a conversation or notification.
contacto	It is a person saved in your list to contact them.

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A message can be short and quick, like a chat, or more formal, like an email. To write and to reply are basic actions in any digital conversation. To send a message sends it to another person, and to forward passes it to another contact. A video call allows talking and seeing each other at the same time. You can also call by video, chat or send an email. In work or study contexts, these forms of contact appear together with Education and with public and administrative services.

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Es la acción de enviar o mostrar contenido a otras personasEs algo que se comparte muchísimo en muy poco tiempoEs una plataforma para conectar y compartir contenidoEs la persona que sigue una cuenta en redes socialesEs una señal de aprobación en una publicaciónEs la acción de mencionar a otra persona en una publicaciónEs la acción de ver las publicaciones de una cuentaEs una publicación breve que dura poco tiempoEs la acción de poner contenido en línea para que otros lo veanEs la acción de escribir una opinión sobre una publicación

Vocabulary of everyday social interaction

Word	Definition
red social	It is a platform to connect and share content.
publicar	It is the action of posting content online for others to see.
seguir	It is the action of viewing a account's posts.
compartir	It is the action of sending or showing content to others.
comentar	It is the action of writing an opinion about a post.
me gusta	It is a signal of approval on a post.
etiquetar	It is the action of mentioning another person in a post.
seguidor	It is the person who follows an account on social media.
historia	It is a brief post that lasts a short time.
viral	It is something that is shared a lot in a very short time.

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On social networks, to publish is to upload a photo, a text or a video. To follow someone means to see their content frequently. To share is to send a post to others or put it on your own profile. To comment is to write an opinion under a post. It is also used to like or like to show support. A follower or a follower is a person who receives your posts. A post can be public or private, depending on who sees it.

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Es un medio que transmite sonido y programasEs la información o material que se publica o se consume en un medioEs la acción de pagar o apuntarte para recibir contenidoEs una emisión o contenido organizado para radio o televisiónEs un programa de audio para escuchar cuando quierasEs un hecho reciente que se informa al públicoEs una grabación con imagen en movimientoEs un espacio dentro de una plataforma o medio con contenido propioEs un medio que transmite imágenes y sonidoEs un servicio digital donde ves o compartes contenido

Vocabulary of digital media and formats

Word	Definition
noticia	It is a recent fact that is reported to the public.
radio	It is a medium that transmits sound and programs.
televisión	It is a medium that transmits images and sound.
vídeo	It is a recording with moving images.
podcast	It is an audio program to listen to whenever you want.
plataforma	It is a digital service where you see or share content.
canal	It is a space within a platform or medium with its own content.
programa	It is a broadcast or organized content for radio or television.
contenido	It is the information or material that is published or consumed in a medium.
suscripción	It is the action of paying or signing up to receive content.

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The news report on politics, economy, culture and events. The radio transmits audio, and the television combines image and sound. A video can be short or long, and a podcast is an audio program that is listened to on a platform. The platforms digital group movies, series, music or educational content. It is also said channel for an account or program with own contents. On current affairs topics, this vocabulary connects well with Politics and Government.

Security Uses and Online Tasks

Usage	Explanation
Technical Failure	Use fallar when a device or an app stops working properly.
Connection Problem	Use sin conexión when you can't access the internet due to lack of access.
Data Protection	Use proteger to talk about safeguarding personal information and avoiding risks.
Access Permission	Use permitir when an app needs authorization to use the camera or location.
Online Work	Use trabajar for professional activities that you do over the internet.
Online Study	Use estudiar to learn with classes, videos or assignments on the internet.
Save Information	Use guardar when you want to keep a file, a change or a piece of data so you don’t lose it.
Delete Content	Use eliminar when you want to delete something from an account or device.

When a device stops working well, there may be a fault, an error or a technical problem. If a page does not respond, it crashes or freezes. Digital security includes protecting the password, locking the device and reviewing what permissions each app has. A permission can give access to the camera, the microphone or the location. In daily life, technology is used to work online, study online, make video calls, shop, request services and organize documents.

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Se usa para hablar del teléfono portátil en la vida diariaSe usa para hablar del teléfono móvil en situaciones cotidianasSe usa para hablar del teléfono portátil en el uso diarioSe usa para hablar del ordenador personal en contextos comunesSe usa para hablar del equipo para trabajar o estudiarSe usa para hablar de un portátil ligero muy común en contextos tecnológicos

Regional variants of everyday technology

Region	Variant	Definition	Example
México	celular	Used to talk about the mobile phone in everyday situations.	Mi celular tiene más fotos del gato que de mí.My celular has more photos of the cat than of me.
España	móvil	Used to talk about the portable phone in daily life.	He dejado el móvil en la cocina junto a las galletas.I left the móvil in the kitchen next to the cookies.
Argentina	computadora	Used to talk about the personal computer in common contexts.	La computadora está llena de pestañas y de optimismo.The computadora is full of tabs and optimism.
Colombia	celular	Used to talk about the portable phone in daily use.	Mi celular suena y el perro también quiere contestar.My celular rings and the dog also wants to answer.
Chile	computador	Used to talk about the equipment for work or study.	El computador parece cansado pero sigue valiente.The computador looks tired but remains brave.
United States	laptop	Used to talk about a lightweight portable very common in tech contexts.	Mi laptop viaja más que yo y siempre encuentra enchufes.My laptop travels more than I do and always finds outlets.

Scramble

In many Latin American countries people say cell phone; in Spain it is very common mobile. For the same idea, computer is used a lot in Latin America and computer in Spain. The word internet is common in all countries, but some people say the network or the web depending on the context. The name of some services and buttons also changes, although the function is the same. In a real conversation, the country and local custom decide which word sounds most natural.