jack plug

IPA/ˈdʒæk plʌɡ/
IPA/ˈdʒæk plʌɡ/

jack plug — noun

1. a small cylindrical connector on a cable that fits firmly into a matching hole i

1.名詞B1
釋義

a small cylindrical connector on a cable that fits firmly into a matching hole in a device, allowing sound or picture signals to pass between two pieces of electronic equipment

例句

Trang plugged the jack plug from her guitar into the amplifier before she started playing.

jack plug from [instrument] into [device]

Henry's headphones have a bent jack plug, so sound comes through only one side.

bent jack plug — physical damage affecting function

同義詞
  • audio jack

    more general; includes the socket as well as the plug

  • phone connector

    formal technical name; American English preference

  • mini-jack

    refers specifically to the 3.5 mm size used in portable devices

文法句型

jack plug + for/in [device]

jack plug + on [cable]

用法筆記

In British English, 'jack plug' is the common term; American English usually calls it a 'phone connector' or simply 'jack' (by metonymy). The socket itself is called a 'jack socket' or 'jack'. Frequently found in audio equipment, musical instruments, and older headphones.

常見錯誤

❌I need a jack for my phone.' (when meaning a charger plug)
✅I need a charger for my phone.
💡a jack plug carries data or audio signals, not mains electricity for charging.
❌The plug is loose in the socket.' (when the plug is actually the jack)
✅The jack plug is loose in the socket.
💡be specific to avoid confusion with mains plugs.