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Grammar fix

digital device

electronic gadget

A piece of electronic equipment, like a smartphone, tablet, or laptop, that uses digital technology.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • Most students use at least one digital device for their studies, such as a laptop or a tablet.technology
  • In my opinion, digital devices have made communication much easier, especially for people who live far from their families.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: digital device (noun)

WrongI have lots of digital devices in home.

RightI have lots of digital devices at home.

'At home' — not 'in home'.

Patterndigital device (noun)

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff Refrain from utilising electronic apparatus during the meal.

Natural Put your devices away at dinner.

'Electronic apparatus' is stiff; people say 'devices' (or 'phones / gadgets').

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • digital device
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Don't confuse it

Unlike 'electronic device', which can include things like microwaves or TVs, 'digital device' is mostly used for gadgets that connect to the internet or run apps.

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