English Vocabulary Builder: Part 3 – Technology and More

Welcome to Vocabulary Builder Part 3: English for Technology, Social Media & Banking! This hub gathers lessons that discuss English vocabulary under modern life situations. Work through them step by step, or jump directly to the topic you need most.

Lesson 1: Modern English Vocabulary: Technology & Online Life

Digital communication is part of modern English conversation for beginners.

Word/PhraseMeaningExample Sentence
EmailElectronic mailI sent you an email.
PasswordSecret code for accessDon’t forget your password.
WebsiteOnline page or platformVisit our website.
DownloadSave a file from the internetDownload the app.
OnlineConnected to the internetI’m online now.
MessageWritten communicationSend me a message.

FAQs

Q 1: How do I talk about email? / A 1: Say “I sent you an email.”

Q 2: How do I describe being connected? / A 2: Use “I’m online now.”

Q 3: How do I talk about downloading? / A 3: Say “Download the app.”

How to Talk About Technology in English in 3 Steps

  1. Communicate: “Send me a message.”
  2. Access: “Don’t forget your password.”
  3. Connect: “Visit our website.”

Lesson 2: Vocabulary for Social Media & Online Communication

Social platforms are a great way to practice daily English phrases and expand your learn English vocabulary.

Word/PhraseMeaningExample Sentence
PostUpload or share content onlineI posted a photo.
CommentWrite a response to a postThanks for your comment.
LikeShow approval or enjoymentI liked your post.
ShareDistribute content to othersCan you share this link?
FollowSubscribe to someone’s updatesFollow me on Instagram.
MessageSend a private communicationSend me a message.

FAQs

Q 1: How do I talk about posting online? / A 1: Say “I posted a photo.”

Q 2: How do I show approval? / A 2: Use “I liked your post.”

Q 3: How do I ask someone to share content? / A 3: Say “Can you share this link?”

How to Use Social Media in English in 3 Steps

  1. Post: “I posted a photo.”
  2. Interact: “Thanks for your comment.”
  3. Connect: “Follow me on Instagram.”

Lesson 3: Modern English Vocabulary: Banking & Finances

The English Vocabulary Builder: Part 3, article includes also banking and finances vocabulary:

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

Word/PhraseMeaningExample Sentence
Open an accountStart a bank accountI’d like to open an account.
DepositPut money inI want to deposit $100.
WithdrawTake money outCan I withdraw some cash?
BalanceMoney availableWhat’s my account balance?
TransferMove moneyI need to transfer money.
InterestExtra money earnedWhat’s the interest rate?

Sample Conversation on Modern English Vocabulary

A: I’d like to open a savings account.
B: Sure, do you have ID?
A: Yes, here it is.
B: Great, let’s fill out the form.

Practice Exercise Based on Modern English Vocabulary

  • I’d like to __________.
  • Can I __________?
  • What’s my __________?

Quick Tips for Practicing English Conversations

To express everyday experiences in English use polite requests: “I’d like…” and “Can I…?”

FAQs

Q 1: How do I start a bank account in English? / A 1: Say “I’d like to open an account.

Q 2: How do I ask about my money? / A 2: Use “What’s my account balance?”

Q 3: How do I request to withdraw cash? / A 3: Say “Can I withdraw some cash?”

How to Talk About Banking in English in 3 Steps

  1. Request: “I’d like to open an account.”
  2. Ask: “What’s my balance?”
  3. Act: “I want to deposit $100.”

Lesson 4: Modern English Vocabulary: Mobile Apps & Devices

Sample Conversation
A: Can you install the new app for me?
B: Sure, just go to the app store.
A: Okay, and do I need to update it later?
B: Yes, always update your app for better performance.

Practice Exercise

  • I downloaded a __________.
  • Don’t forget to __________ your app.
  • My __________ is low.

FAQs

Q 1: How do I talk about installing an app? / A 1: Say “Install the app on your phone.”

Q 2: How do I describe updating software? / A 2: Use “Don’t forget to update your app.”

Q 3: How do I talk about alerts? / A 3: Say “I got a notification.”

How to Talk About Mobile Apps in English in 3 Steps

  1. Install: “Install the app on your phone.”
  2. Update: “Don’t forget to update your app.”
  3. Manage: “Change the settings on your phone.”

Lesson 5: Modern English Vocabulary: Video Streaming & Online Entertainment

Sample Conversation
A: Do you stream movies online?
B: Yes, I stream movies on Netflix.
A: Can you pause the video for a moment?
B: Sure, then we can resume later.

Practice Exercise based on Modern English Vocabulary

  • I stream __________.
  • Subscribe to my __________.
  • Please __________ the video.

FAQs

  • Q 1: How do I talk about watching online?
    A 1: Say “I stream movies on Netflix.”
  • Q 2: How do I ask someone to stop a video?
    A 2: Use “Pause the video, please.”
  • Q 3: How do I continue after stopping?
    A 3: Say “Resume watching the movie.”

How to Talk About Streaming in English in 3 Steps

  1. Watch: “I stream movies on Netflix.”
  2. Interact: “Subscribe to my YouTube channel.”
  3. Control: “Pause the video, please.”

Lesson 6: Modern English Vocabulary: Online Safety & Privacy

Sample Conversation
A: Did you log in to your account?
B: Yes, but I always use a secure password.
A: That’s smart. Don’t forget to log out when you’re done.
B: Of course, I want to protect my privacy.

Practice Exercise

  • __________ your account.
  • Don’t forget to __________.
  • Protect your __________ online.

FAQs

Q 1: How do I talk about entering my account? / A 1: Say “Log in to your account.”

Q 2: How do I describe leaving my account? / A 2: Use “Don’t forget to log out.”

Q 3: How do I talk about keeping information safe? / A 3: Say “Protect your privacy online.”

How to Talk About Online Safety in English in 3 Steps

  1. Access: “Log in to your account.”
  2. Exit: “Don’t forget to log out.”
  3. Protect: “Use a secure password.”

Conclusion:

Done with English Vocabulary Builder: Part 3? Head to [English for Music, Events, Holidays & Daily Life] to expand even more your vocabulary. Next up: explore the [Practice zone] for Quizzes, Tips and a listening practice series in bilingual format.

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