electronics
electronics — noun
1. the scientific and technical field that studies how electric current moves throu
the scientific and technical field that studies how electric current moves through materials and uses that knowledge to create devices such as computers, phones, and radios
Jiwoo decided to study electronics at the technical college because she wanted to build robots.
uncountable noun with singular verb
Modern electronics has changed the way people around the world talk to one another.
The electronics industry in Taiwan produces a large share of the world's computer chips.
Kabir's older sister works in electronics and helps design circuits for smartphones.
Sofie took an introductory electronics course and learned how to build her own speakers.
- electrical engineering
broader field that includes power systems and heavy-current applications; electronics focuses on low-current control circuits
- semiconductor physics
narrower and more theoretical; focuses on the material science behind electronic components
- microelectronics
subfield specializing in very small electronic circuits and chip design
文法句型
electronics + singular verb
用法筆記
When referring to the field of study or industry, electronics takes a singular verb (e.g., Electronics is a growing field).
常見錯誤
2. the physical circuits, parts, and machines that use electricity in a controlled
the physical circuits, parts, and machines that use electricity in a controlled way to do useful tasks — for example, the internal components of a mobile phone or a computer
The store sells electronics such as laptops, tablets, and wireless headphones.
plural noun for devices and equipment
Tamás packed all his electronics into one bag before the flight.
Defne dropped her backpack, and several small electronics scattered across the floor.
Camila keeps her electronics organized in labeled boxes with separate charging cables.
The repair shop fixes old electronics like radios and game consoles from the 1990s.
- gadgets
informal; usually refers to small, clever handheld devices; narrower than electronics
- gear
informal; covers any equipment including non-electronic items such as camping or sports gear
- appliances
typically refers to larger household machines; many are electric but not all are electronic
文法句型
electronics + plural verb
用法筆記
When referring to devices and equipment, electronics takes a plural verb (e.g., His electronics are lined up on the desk).