B2 noun 중립

software

/ˈsɒft.weər/

The programs, applications, and operating information used by a computer or electronic device. Unlike hardware, software is non-physical and consists of instructions that tell the computer how to perform specific tasks.

예시

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1

I need to install some new photo editing software on my laptop tonight.

I need to install some new photo editing software on my laptop tonight.

2

The institution requires all software to be vetted for security vulnerabilities before deployment.

The institution requires all software to be vetted for security vulnerabilities before deployment.

3

What's the best software you've found for making quick memes?

What's the best software you've found for making quick memes?

어휘 가족

명사
software
형용사
softwarized
관련
software engineer
💡

암기 팁

Think of the difference between a piano (hardware) and the sheet music (software). You can touch the piano, but the music is the information that makes it work.

빠른 퀴즈

The IT department recommends that we update our security _____ immediately to prevent data leaks.

정답!

정답은: software

예시

1

I need to install some new photo editing software on my laptop tonight.

everyday

I need to install some new photo editing software on my laptop tonight.

2

The institution requires all software to be vetted for security vulnerabilities before deployment.

formal

The institution requires all software to be vetted for security vulnerabilities before deployment.

3

What's the best software you've found for making quick memes?

informal

What's the best software you've found for making quick memes?

4

Specialized statistical software was employed to analyze the raw data from the longitudinal study.

academic

Specialized statistical software was employed to analyze the raw data from the longitudinal study.

5

The company is investing in enterprise software to streamline its human resources processes.

business

The company is investing in enterprise software to streamline its human resources processes.

어휘 가족

명사
software
형용사
softwarized
관련
software engineer

자주 쓰는 조합

install software to set up a program on a computer
software developer a person who creates computer programs
pirated software illegally copied or distributed programs
software update a newer version of an existing program
open-source software software with source code that anyone can inspect or modify

자주 쓰는 구문

anti-virus software

programs designed to prevent and remove malware

beta software

a version of a program that is still being tested

educational software

programs designed specifically for learning purposes

자주 혼동되는 단어

software vs hardware

Hardware refers to the physical components like the monitor and keyboard, while software refers to the internal programs.

software vs firmware

Firmware is a specific type of software etched into a hardware device to control its basic operations.

📝

사용 참고사항

Software is an uncountable noun. It is never used in the plural form (softwares) and is rarely preceded by 'a'.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often try to count software. Instead of saying 'a software' or 'many softwares', say 'a piece of software' or 'various software programs'.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the difference between a piano (hardware) and the sheet music (software). You can touch the piano, but the music is the information that makes it work.

📖

어원

Coined in the late 1950s as a contrast to 'hardware', using the 'soft' prefix to denote its malleable and non-physical nature.

문법 패턴

uncountable noun often used as a noun adjunct (e.g., software engineering) can be used with 'piece of' to express a single unit
🌍

문화적 맥락

The 'software-as-a-service' (SaaS) model has fundamentally changed how global businesses operate and subscribe to technology.

빠른 퀴즈

The IT department recommends that we update our security _____ immediately to prevent data leaks.

정답!

정답은: software

관련 단어

subsupertion

C1

Describing a state, process, or entity that exists across or connects both subordinate and superior levels within a hierarchical system. It refers to the intersectional quality of elements that influence both the foundational and the overarching structures of an organization or concept.

multiphobfy

C1

A psychological state characterized by the convergence and compounding of multiple distinct phobias into a single, pervasive condition. It refers to the complex interplay where various irrational fears amplify each other, often leading to total cognitive paralysis.

adnavant

C1

Describing something that is moving forward or situated in a leading, proactive position within a sequence or system. It is often used in technical or formal contexts to denote a state of advancement or a strategic frontward placement.

uniscendure

C1

To integrate multiple complex systems or disparate elements into a single, cohesive, and simplified path of operation. It describes the act of unifying various components while simultaneously grounding them into a more accessible or fundamental structure.

enalterion

C1

Describes a state, condition, or pattern that occurs in a sequence of alternating or recurring stages. It is typically used in technical, medical, or formal contexts to characterize systems that shift between two or more distinct modes.

superloqucide

C1

Describing a person or style of communication that is so excessively talkative it effectively 'kills' the conversation or prevents others from participating. It refers to a level of verbosity that dominates and stifles any potential for balanced dialogue.

circumuniery

C1

The state or act of encircling a single, central point or unity. It describes a structural or conceptual arrangement where all elements are oriented toward a one-point focus or central core.

bigravive

C1

Describes a state or entity influenced by two distinct centers of gravity or significant forces. It is typically used to characterize situations where two powerful, often opposing, pressures exert equal pull on an individual or system.

contraclamly

C1

A rare adjective describing a state of being quietly defiant or stubbornly silent in direct opposition to public noise or popular outcry. It characterizes an individual or attitude that uses composed silence as a strategic tool to resist external pressure or chaos.

univadacy

C1

To unify or standardize disparate elements, systems, or ideas into a single, cohesive framework. This verb is primarily used in specialized technical or administrative contexts to describe the process of achieving total systemic consistency.

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