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/Phrase | Meaning | Example Sentence |
| Electronic mail | I sent you an email. | |
| Password | Secret code for access | Don’t forget your password. |
| Website | Online page or platform | Visit our website. |
| Download | Save a file from the internet | Download the app. |
| Online | Connected to the internet | I’m online now. |
| Message | Written communication | Send 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
- Communicate: “Send me a message.”
- Access: “Don’t forget your password.”
- 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/Phrase | Meaning | Example Sentence |
| Post | Upload or share content online | I posted a photo. |
| Comment | Write a response to a post | Thanks for your comment. |
| Like | Show approval or enjoyment | I liked your post. |
| Share | Distribute content to others | Can you share this link? |
| Follow | Subscribe to someone’s updates | Follow me on Instagram. |
| Message | Send a private communication | Send 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
- Post: “I posted a photo.”
- Interact: “Thanks for your comment.”
- 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/Phrase | Meaning | Example Sentence |
| Open an account | Start a bank account | I’d like to open an account. |
| Deposit | Put money in | I want to deposit $100. |
| Withdraw | Take money out | Can I withdraw some cash? |
| Balance | Money available | What’s my account balance? |
| Transfer | Move money | I need to transfer money. |
| Interest | Extra money earned | What’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
- Request: “I’d like to open an account.”
- Ask: “What’s my balance?”
- 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
- Install: “Install the app on your phone.”
- Update: “Don’t forget to update your app.”
- 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
- Watch: “I stream movies on Netflix.”
- Interact: “Subscribe to my YouTube channel.”
- 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
- Access: “Log in to your account.”
- Exit: “Don’t forget to log out.”
- 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.
