B2 noun Neutro

sensor

/ˈsɛnsər/

A device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or otherwise responds to it. It acts as an input device for electronic systems, converting environmental changes into signals that can be read by an observer or an instrument.

Exemplos

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1

The motion sensor outside my house turns on the light whenever someone walks by.

The movement-detecting device outside my home activates the light when it detects a person.

2

The laboratory is equipped with a high-precision sensor to monitor fluctuations in temperature.

The research facility uses a very accurate detector to track small changes in heat levels.

3

I think the sensor on my phone screen is broken because it doesn't dim correctly.

I believe the light-detecting part of my mobile display is malfunctioning.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
sensor
Verb
sense
Advérbio
sensorially
Adjetivo
sensory
Relacionado
sensitivity
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Dica de memorização

Think of your five human 'senses' (sight, hearing, etc.) being built into a computer chip; that chip is a 'sensor'.

Quiz rápido

The automatic doors opened as soon as the _______ detected my movement.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: sensor

Exemplos

1

The motion sensor outside my house turns on the light whenever someone walks by.

everyday

The movement-detecting device outside my home activates the light when it detects a person.

2

The laboratory is equipped with a high-precision sensor to monitor fluctuations in temperature.

formal

The research facility uses a very accurate detector to track small changes in heat levels.

3

I think the sensor on my phone screen is broken because it doesn't dim correctly.

informal

I believe the light-detecting part of my mobile display is malfunctioning.

4

Researchers utilized an acoustic sensor to track the migration patterns of marine mammals.

academic

Scientists used a sound-detecting instrument to follow the movement of sea animals.

5

Our new smart building system uses a light sensor to reduce energy consumption during off-peak hours.

business

Our office's intelligent management system uses a light-detecting device to save power when not busy.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
sensor
Verb
sense
Advérbio
sensorially
Adjetivo
sensory
Relacionado
sensitivity

Colocações comuns

motion sensor A device that detects physical movement.
temperature sensor A device used to measure heat or cold.
built-in sensor A detector that is an internal part of a machine or device.
high-sensitivity sensor A detector capable of noticing very small changes.
remote sensor A device that collects data from a distance.

Frases Comuns

sensor-activated

Triggered or turned on by a detection device.

remote sensing

The scanning of the earth by satellite or aircraft to obtain information.

image sensor

A device that converts an optical image into an electronic signal.

Frequentemente confundido com

sensor vs censor

A 'censor' is a person who removes offensive content from media, while a 'sensor' is a technical detection device.

sensor vs senses

Biological faculties (like sight or smell) in living organisms, whereas sensors are artificial devices.

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Notas de uso

The word is primarily used in technical, scientific, and industrial contexts, though it has become common in daily conversation due to smart home technology.

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Erros comuns

Learners often misspell the word as 'censor'. Additionally, remember that 'sensor' is the object; the action is 'to sense' or 'to detect'.

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Dica de memorização

Think of your five human 'senses' (sight, hearing, etc.) being built into a computer chip; that chip is a 'sensor'.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'sensus', the past participle of 'sentire', meaning 'to feel' or 'to perceive'.

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun Plural: sensors Often functions as a noun adjunct (e.g., sensor technology)
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Contexto cultural

The term is central to the 'Internet of Things' (IoT) trend where everyday objects are connected via sensors to the internet.

Quiz rápido

The automatic doors opened as soon as the _______ detected my movement.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: sensor

Gramática relacionada

Palavras relacionadas

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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