1.
Technology
Vocabulary
for IELTS
Students

2.
Hardware
Hi-tech objects

3.
Computers
Desktop Laptop
A desktop computer may also be called a PC,
while it is common to see a laptop called a
notebook.

4.
The Kindle is a kind
of e-reader. You can
read e-books on it.
Some of them have
a touchscreen.
Kindle

5.
Tablet
A tablet is a kind of digital device
that has a touchscreen. The most
popular is the iPad. It is larger than
a mobile phone but more portable
than a laptop.

6.
Smartphone
This is a kind of mobile phone that has a
touchscreen and can do many things. They
include apps and usually have at least one
camera.

7.
Software
Digital products

8.
App
(short for application)
This is a program you
can use on a computer
or mobile device. You
can download these
from an app store.

9.
Social
Network
This is a kind of
website or app
where people can
communicate with
friends, share photos,
and play games.

10.
Browser
A web browser is a kind of
program that allows you to
visit websites. Google
Chrome and Firefox are two
very popular choices.
You can use the verb
“browse” for looking online.

11.
Blog
This is short for
(web log)
It refers to a
personal
website with
regular updates
(called posts).
The most
popular blog
platforms are
Blogger and
Wordpress.
It can also be a
verb.

12.
Meme
Something that is widely
shared online usually
because it is funny. It can
be a picture, a phrase, or a
video. Essentially, it is an
idea.

13.
Video
Streaming
This means watching TV
shows, movies, or other
videos online. Instead of
downloading, you watch
something live. The most
popular service is:

14.
Search Engine
This is a website for searching
online. The most popular is
Google, and it is often used as
a verb meaning “search”.

15.
Other Vocabulary
Verbs for talking about the internet

16.
This means to put something on your social network
account for others to see.
Example
• Sarah shared a really funny video last week.
• I’m trying to get more subscribers to my YouTube channel.
Could you share my new video, please?

17.
This means to give your approval of something online,
usually on social media.
Example
• Hey everyone, don’t forget to like my new video and
subscribe to the channel.
• My ex-husband liked all my new Facebook posts. What
do you think that means?

18.
This means to make a contact on a social network. You can
also just use “friend” as a verb. Likewise, you could use
“add” without friend.
Example
• He added her as a friend on Facebook last week.
• Do you mind if I friend you when I get online later?
• She just added him earlier today. Was that a good idea?

19.
Thanks and Good Luck
Hey, I hope this PPT helps you with your IELTS
preparation. Technology is one of the most
common IELTS topics. Learning these words will
help you get ready for the exam.
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