Talking Tech: A Guide to Discussing Technology in English helps learners understand and use common technology-related vocabulary in daily conversations. Technology plays a major role in modern life, from smartphones and social media to artificial intelligence and digital tools. This guide introduces useful words and expressions related to gadgets, apps, software, and online activities. Written in easy English, it is perfect for students, professionals, and English learners who want to talk confidently about technology. It also helps improve reading, listening, and speaking skills in tech-related discussions and real-life situations.
This topic is part of our English Vocabulary for English learners.
1. Why Talking About Technology is Important
Technology is everywhere. If you can talk about it in English, you can:
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Share your ideas with friends, classmates, and colleagues.
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Join global discussions on social media.
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Do well in school projects and presentations.
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Communicate better at work.
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Understand news and articles about new inventions.
When you learn technology words, you also learn how to think and talk about the modern world.
2. Basic Technology Words
Here are some easy and common technology words. You will hear them in daily life.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Computer | A machine we use for work, games, and the internet. |
| Laptop | A small, portable computer. |
| Smartphone | A mobile phone with internet and apps. |
| Tablet | A flat, touch-screen device, bigger than a phone. |
| Internet | A network that connects computers worldwide. |
| Wi-Fi | Wireless internet connection. |
| App | Short for “application” – a program on your phone or computer. |
| Sending messages through the internet. | |
| Password | Secret code to keep your accounts safe. |
| Website | A page or collection of pages on the internet. |
Example sentences:
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I use my laptop for online classes.
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My phone is connected to Wi-Fi.
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Please type your password to log in.
3. Talking About Devices
When you talk about technology, you often need to describe devices.
Useful words:
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Screen – the display part of a device.
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Keyboard – the part you type on.
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Mouse – a small device to control the pointer on the screen.
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Charger – used to give power to a device.
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Battery – the part that stores power.
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Camera – takes photos or videos.
Example sentences:
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My phone battery is low.
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Please connect the charger.
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This laptop has a big screen.
4. Talking About Using the Internet
The internet is a big part of technology conversations. Here are useful verbs:
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Browse – look at websites.
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Search – look for information online.
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Download – get files from the internet to your device.
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Upload – send files from your device to the internet.
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Stream – watch or listen online without downloading.
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Click – press with your mouse.
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Log in – enter your account using username and password.
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Sign up – create a new account.
Example sentences:
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I searched for pictures of space.
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Please download the file before class.
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You can stream movies online.
5. Talking About Social Media
Social media is a common topic for students.
Popular words:
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Post – share something online.
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Comment – write your thoughts on someone’s post.
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Like – click a button to show you enjoy a post.
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Share – send a post to other people.
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Message – send a private note.
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Story – a short photo or video post that disappears after 24 hours.
Example sentences:
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I posted a new photo on Instagram.
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She liked my post and left a comment.
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Please share this video with your friends.
6. Talking About Technology Problems
Sometimes technology does not work. You should know how to explain the problem.
Useful phrases:
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It’s not working.
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The screen is frozen.
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The internet is slow.
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I forgot my password.
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The battery is dead.
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The file won’t open.
Example sentences:
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My laptop is very slow today.
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The Wi-Fi is not working.
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I can’t log in. I forgot my password.
7. Talking About Technology at School
Technology is used in classrooms for learning.
Useful words:
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Projector – a device that shows images on a big screen.
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Online class – a class on the internet.
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Presentation – showing information to a group, often with slides.
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Slide – a single page in a presentation.
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E-book – a book you read on a device.
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Learning app – an app made for study.
Example sentences:
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The teacher used the projector to show the video.
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We had an online class yesterday.
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Please prepare a presentation for next week.
8. Talking About Technology at Work
Technology is also important in jobs.
Useful words:
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Software – programs on a computer.
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Hardware – physical parts of a computer.
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Data – information stored on a computer.
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Database – a collection of data.
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Printer – a machine that makes paper copies.
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Scanner – a machine that puts paper into the computer.
Example sentences:
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The software needs an update.
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We saved the data in the database.
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Please print the file using the printer.
9. Talking About Future Technology
Students also like to talk about new inventions and the future.
Useful words:
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Robot – a machine that can do tasks automatically.
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AI (Artificial Intelligence) – smart machines that can think like humans.
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Virtual reality (VR) – computer-made worlds you can see with special glasses.
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Self-driving car – a car that drives without a human.
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Drone – a flying device without a pilot.
Example sentences:
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Robots will help people in the future.
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AI is used in many apps today.
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I tried a VR game last week.
10. Useful Questions to Start a Technology Conversation
Here are some simple questions you can ask in English:
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What phone do you use?
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Do you like Android or iPhone?
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How often do you use the internet?
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What is your favorite app?
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Do you prefer online shopping or going to the market?
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Have you tried using AI tools?
Example conversation:
A: What phone do you have?
B: I have a Samsung smartphone.
A: Do you like it?
B: Yes, it has a good camera and long battery life.
11. Tips for Talking About Technology in English
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Use simple words – Don’t try to use very hard technical terms if you don’t understand them.
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Practice daily – Talk about technology with your friends or family in English.
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Read technology news – Choose simple articles for learners.
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Watch videos – YouTube has many simple tech videos.
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Ask questions – If you don’t know a word, ask someone or search online.
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Learn with examples – Always learn new words in sentences.
12. Practice Activity
Here’s a short activity for you to practice.
Part A – Fill in the blanks:
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I use my ______ to watch online classes. (laptop / spoon)
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Please connect the ______ to charge your phone. (mouse / charger)
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My internet is ______. (fast / sleeping)
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I want to ______ this video with my friends. (share / cook)
Part B – Speak about your device:
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What device do you use most?
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What do you use it for?
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What is one thing you like about it?
13. Final Words
Technology is a big part of our life. If you learn the basic words and phrases, you can talk about it easily in English. Remember to keep your sentences simple. Practice with friends and classmates. Soon you will be able to join any conversation about technology with confidence.
