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EN: Use the Past Simple tense (verb + ed) to talk about actions that happened at a specific time in the past, like 'yesterday'.
The company started a new project last week.
EN: San Francisco is a major hub for technology companies in the United States. Many famous tech 'launches' happen here or in the nearby Silicon Valley.
EN: The verb 'call' can be used with two objects: the thing you are naming, and the name itself (Call + A + B).
They called their dog Buddy.
EN: In tech marketing, companies often use a combination of a brand name (TechStar) and a model number (X10) to create a high-tech feel.
EN: Use 'More than' followed by a number to say that the actual amount is higher than that number.
More than 20 students joined the club.
EN: In the tech industry, product launches are often treated like major concerts or festivals to build excitement and brand loyalty.
EN: Use 'be excited about' to describe a feeling of being very happy and interested in something.
She is excited about her vacation next week.
EN: Use 'the' + adjective ending in '-est' to talk about the 'most' of something in a group.
This is the smallest phone in the store.
EN: In the tech industry, 'AI' (Artificial Intelligence) is currently the most popular buzzword used to market new products, even if the features are simple software improvements.
EN: Use 'better than' to compare two things when one is higher in quality. 'Better' is the special comparative form of 'good'.
This new laptop is better than my old one.
EN: In tech marketing, companies often use comparative adjectives like 'better', 'faster', or 'smarter' to highlight improvements over previous models without naming specific competitors.
EN: Use 'can' to talk about things that are possible or things someone is able to do. After 'can', always use the base form of the verb.
I can play the piano.
EN: Use 'will be able to' to talk about things someone can do in the future. It is the future form of 'can'.
I will be able to drive a car next year.
EN: In the tech industry, 'voice control' is a major trend. Using 'just' emphasizes how easy and hands-free the technology has become.
EN: Use 'will' to talk about things that happen in the future. It is usually followed by the base form of a verb.
I will call you tomorrow.
EN: In the tech industry, 'software updates' are a common way for companies to improve products after they have been sold, reflecting a culture of continuous improvement.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things that will happen in the future.
The store will open at nine o'clock.
EN: In the tech industry, 'smart assistant' refers to AI-powered software like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant that helps users perform tasks.
EN: Use 'can' followed by the base form of a verb to talk about ability or possibility. When connecting two actions with 'and', you don't need to repeat 'can'.
I can play the piano and sing songs.
EN: In modern tech contexts, 'assistant' almost always refers to AI-powered software like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant, rather than a human employee.
EN: To compare two things, add '-er' to short adjectives and use 'than'.
This car is bigger than that one.
EN: In the tech industry, companies often compare new products to 'last year's version' to show improvement and encourage users to upgrade.
EN: Use 'The price of [something] is [amount]' to talk about how much an item costs.
The price of the coffee is $5.
EN: In English, the dollar sign ($) is written before the number, but it is spoken after the number (e.g., '$799' is said as 'seven hundred ninety-nine dollars').
EN: Use 'adjective + er + than' to compare two things. For short words like 'cheap', we add 'er' to the end.
This apple is bigger than that one.
EN: In tech news, companies often compare their products directly to competitors to highlight value. The use of '$799' and specific model names is common in marketing to position a product in the market.
EN: Use 'can' to talk about things that are possible or allowed. It is followed by the base form of the verb.
You can buy tickets at the station.
EN: In the tech industry, 'starting today' is a common phrase used during product launches to create excitement and immediate sales after an announcement.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things that are planned or expected to happen in the future.
The train will leave at 8:00 PM.
EN: In English, specific dates always use the preposition 'on' (e.g., on March 15), while months alone use 'in' (e.g., in March).
EN: Using 'said' to report information: We use 'said' followed by a statement to tell others what someone else thinks or knows. The word 'that' is often omitted after 'said' in simple sentences.
The teacher said the test is easy.
EN: In tech news, 'experts' often refers to analysts or journalists who follow the industry closely. Calling something an 'innovation' is high praise in the technology sector.
EN: Use 'want to' followed by a base verb to express a desire or intention to do an action.
I want to buy a new computer.
EN: In the tech industry, 'features' refers to specific capabilities or functions of a product, such as a camera's AI mode or a software's smart assistant.
EN: Use 'hope + to + verb' to talk about things you want to happen in the future.
I hope to visit Japan next year.
EN: In business news, companies often set ambitious sales targets like '10 million' to show confidence to investors.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about future plans or events that are expected to happen.
We will visit our grandparents next week.
EN: In the tech industry, 'launching' products in the summer or fall is a common strategy to prepare for the back-to-school season or the holiday shopping period.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
To organize the activities you will do during the day.
To request goods or services through the internet.
A new version of a computer program that fixes problems or adds features.
To officially release a new product or service to the public for the first time.
Specific functions, capabilities, or characteristics of a device or software.
A specific release or edition of a software program or hardware product, often numbered.
A specific branch of business, trade, or manufacture.