Technology Ethics
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EN: Use the Present Simple tense to talk about habits or things we do regularly. The word order is Subject + Verb + Object.
I drink water every day.
EN: Use 'and' to join two things together in a list.
I like apples and bananas.
EN: In modern English, 'phones' almost always refers to smartphones, and 'computers' can include both laptops and desktops.
EN: Use 'These' for more than one thing that is near you. It is the plural form of 'This'.
These books are heavy.
EN: Use 'need to' followed by a verb to talk about things that are necessary or important to do.
I need to go home.
EN: In English, 'be careful' is a very common way to give advice or warnings in both casual and formal situations.
EN: Use 'is' after a singular subject to describe its quality or state.
Your safety is important.
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, privacy is considered a fundamental individual right, especially regarding personal information online.
EN: To ask a question about what something is, we use 'What' followed by the verb 'is' and then the subject.
What is privacy?
EN: In modern English, 'data' is often used as a singular noun (What is data?) in casual and tech contexts, even though it was originally the plural of 'datum'.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (Data) with a description or definition (information).
Water is a liquid.
EN: In modern English, 'data' is often treated as a singular mass noun (like 'water') in everyday conversation, even though it is technically plural in scientific contexts.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject with a word that describes or defines it (Subject + is + Noun).
The cat is a pet.
EN: In modern digital contexts, 'data' is often treated as a singular uncountable noun in everyday English, even though its traditional plural form is 'datum'.
EN: Use 'are' when the subject is plural (more than one). In this sentence, 'photos' is plural, so we use 'are' to connect it to the description.
Your books are here.
EN: In modern digital culture, 'data' is often treated as a singular mass noun in casual speech (e.g., 'Data is important'), but in formal or technical contexts, it can be the plural of 'datum'. In this A1 context, it is used simply to categorize information.
EN: This sentence uses the Present Simple tense (Subject + Verb + Object) to describe a general fact or a regular action.
Students use computers at school.
EN: In modern English, 'data' is commonly used as a singular uncountable noun in everyday conversation, though it is technically plural in formal scientific contexts.
EN: Use the pattern 'use (something) for (something)' to explain the purpose of an action.
I use my phone for homework.
EN: In modern digital culture, 'data' is often called 'the new oil' because it is very valuable to companies.
EN: Use 'What is' at the start of a sentence to ask for the definition or meaning of a singular noun.
What is data?
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, privacy is considered a fundamental right, and asking 'What is privacy?' often leads to discussions about personal boundaries and digital safety.
EN: Use the verb 'means' to define a word or explain a situation. When the subject is singular (Privacy), we add 's' to the verb.
Red means stop.
EN: In many Western cultures, privacy is considered a fundamental right. People are often very protective of their personal data and expect companies to be transparent about how it is used.
EN: Use 'who' after a verb like 'choose' to talk about a person or group of people.
I know who has the key.
EN: In digital privacy discussions, 'data' is often treated as a singular mass noun in everyday English, even though it is technically plural in formal Latin roots.
EN: Use 'too much' before uncountable nouns (like 'data' or 'water') to say there is more than what is needed or good.
I drink too much coffee.
EN: In modern English, 'data' is commonly used as an uncountable noun in everyday conversation, even though it is technically plural in formal scientific contexts.
EN: Use 'is not' to make a negative statement about a subject. It tells us that a condition is false or bad.
That is not right.
EN: In English, 'This is not good' is a common, polite way to express concern or disapproval without being overly aggressive.
EN: Use 'need' followed by a noun to express that something is necessary.
I need water.
EN: In modern digital culture, 'data' is often discussed as a personal right, similar to physical property. The word 'data' is technically plural, but in everyday English, it is almost always used as an uncountable noun like 'water'.
EN: Use the verb 'means' to define a word or a concept. When the subject is singular (like 'Ethics'), we add an 's' to the verb 'mean'.
Red means stop.
EN: In English, 'Ethics' is treated as a singular noun even though it ends in 's'. It refers to the study of moral principles.
EN: Use 'is about' to explain the main topic or purpose of something.
Love is about kindness.
EN: In modern digital culture, 'ethics' is a growing topic as people worry about how AI and big data companies use their personal information.
EN: Use 'have a duty to' followed by a verb to say that someone is responsible for doing something.
Parents have a duty to help their children.
EN: In many modern societies, data privacy is seen as a basic right, and companies are legally required to keep user information safe.
EN: Use the verb 'means' to define a word or explain a concept. When the subject is singular (like 'Regulation'), add an 's' to the verb 'mean'.
Red means stop.
EN: In English, 'regulation' is often used in formal contexts like law and technology, but this simple definition helps beginners understand its role in society.
EN: When the subject is singular (one thing), we add 's' to the action word (verb) in the present tense.
The sun keeps us warm.
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'regulation' often refers to government rules that protect consumers and citizens, especially in technology and finance.
EN: Use 'make' with nouns like 'laws' or 'rules' to show that something is being created or established.
We make new rules for the game.
EN: In modern English, 'data' is often used as a singular mass noun in general conversation, even though it is technically plural in formal science.
EN: To ask a question about ability or possibility, put 'can' before the subject (you) and start with a question word like 'What'.
What can you see?
EN: In English, 'What can you do?' is a common way to ask for suggestions or to express a feeling of limited options depending on the tone.
EN: This is an imperative sentence. It starts with a verb to give a command, advice, or instruction. The subject 'You' is hidden.
Open your book.
EN: In digital contexts, 'rights' often refers to 'Digital Rights' or 'Data Privacy Rights', which are legal protections for your personal information online.
EN: This is an imperative sentence. It starts with a verb to give an instruction or advice. The subject 'You' is understood and omitted.
Open the door.
EN: In digital contexts, 'settings' is almost always plural when referring to the menu or configuration of a device.
EN: Imperative sentences start with a verb to give advice, orders, or instructions. Use 'Be + adjective' to tell someone how to act.
Be quiet in the library.
EN: In modern English-speaking cultures, 'data' is increasingly viewed as a personal asset, similar to money. The phrase 'be careful with' is commonly used for safety warnings regarding personal property.
EN: This sentence starts with a verb to give a suggestion or command. This is called an imperative sentence.
Ask your teacher for help.
EN: In Western digital culture, users are increasingly encouraged to be proactive about their data rights rather than passively accepting terms of service.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject with a word that describes it (an adjective).
The phone is new.
EN: The phrase 'comes first' is used to say that something is the most important thing to consider.
Family always comes first.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'Safety first' is a very common idiom used in workplaces and daily life to emphasize that avoiding danger is the top priority.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
to act with caution to avoid danger or mistakes
to be the most important thing
to inquire about something to get more information
The control panel or configuration options on a mobile device.
Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement.
A rule or law made by a government or authority to control how something is done.