switch
A switch is a small control device that you press or move to turn an electric light or machine on or off. In a home, these are usually found on walls or on the cords of lamps.
مثالها
3 از 5I cannot find the light switch in this dark room.
I cannot find the light switch in this dark room.
The technician replaced the faulty power switch in the server room.
The technician replaced the faulty power switch in the server room.
Just hit the switch near the door to turn on the fan.
Just hit the switch near the door to turn on the fan.
متضادها
خانواده کلمه
راهنمای حفظ
Think of the Nintendo Switch—it is a device that lets you 'switch' between playing on the TV and playing in your hands.
آزمون سریع
The room was dark, so I reached for the wall ____.
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پاسخ صحیح این است: switch
مثالها
I cannot find the light switch in this dark room.
everydayI cannot find the light switch in this dark room.
The technician replaced the faulty power switch in the server room.
formalThe technician replaced the faulty power switch in the server room.
Just hit the switch near the door to turn on the fan.
informalJust hit the switch near the door to turn on the fan.
The experimental setup requires a mechanical switch to interrupt the current.
academicThe experimental setup requires a mechanical switch to interrupt the current.
The company decided to make the switch to a new supplier this quarter.
businessThe company decided to make the switch to a new supplier this quarter.
متضادها
خانواده کلمه
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
flip a switch
to change something instantly
make the switch
to change from one thing to another
asleep at the switch
not paying attention when one should be
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
A button is usually pushed inward, while a switch is often flipped up, down, or side to side.
A plug is the part at the end of a cord that goes into the wall; a switch stays on the wall to control the power.
نکات کاربردی
Use 'switch' for mechanical or electrical controls. It can also be used as a noun to describe a total change from one state or product to another.
اشتباهات رایج
Learners sometimes say 'open the light' instead of 'use the light switch' or 'turn on the light.'
راهنمای حفظ
Think of the Nintendo Switch—it is a device that lets you 'switch' between playing on the TV and playing in your hands.
ریشه کلمه
Derived from the Middle Dutch word 'swijch', which meant a flexible twig or branch, later used to describe a flexible rod used for switching (hitting).
الگوهای دستوری
بافت فرهنگی
In the US, light switches are typically flipped up for 'on', whereas in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, they are usually flipped down for 'on'.
آزمون سریع
The room was dark, so I reached for the wall ____.
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پاسخ صحیح این است: switch
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واژههای بیشتر Home
terrace
A1A flat, paved area outside a house or building where you can sit and enjoy the weather. It is often used for eating meals or relaxing outdoors and can be at ground level or on a roof.
wire
A1A wire is a thin, flexible thread of metal. It is commonly used to carry electricity between devices or to fasten objects together.
toilet
A1A large bowl-shaped fixture used for getting rid of body waste, usually found in a bathroom. It is also a common word for the room that contains this bowl.
attic
A1An attic is a room or space located directly under the roof of a house. It is commonly used for storing old things or can be turned into a small extra bedroom.
hallway
A1A long, narrow passage inside a building that connects different rooms. It is used for walking from one part of a house, school, or office to another.
mattress
A1A mattress is a large, thick pad used for sleeping on, typically placed on top of a bed frame. It is designed to provide support and comfort to the body using materials like foam, springs, or air.
pillow
A1A pillow is a soft, rectangular object used to support the head while sleeping or resting. It usually consists of a fabric bag filled with soft materials like feathers, foam, or synthetic fibers.
sheet
A1A large, thin, rectangular piece of cloth used on a bed to keep the sleeper comfortable and the mattress clean. It can also refer to a flat piece of paper or a thin layer of any material like metal or ice.
cabinet
A1A cabinet is a piece of furniture with shelves or drawers, often featuring doors, used for storing or displaying items. It is commonly found in rooms like the kitchen, bathroom, or office to keep things organized and out of sight.
refrigerator
A1A large electric appliance used to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh for a longer period. It is a fundamental piece of kitchen equipment that prevents spoilage by maintaining a low temperature.
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