{"id":51442,"date":"2024-07-16T13:48:09","date_gmt":"2024-07-16T11:48:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/?p=51442"},"modified":"2024-07-16T13:49:34","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T11:49:34","slug":"a-guide-to-english-for-tech-professionals-and-enthusiasts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/en\/a-guide-to-english-for-tech-professionals-and-enthusiasts\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to English for Tech Professionals and Enthusiasts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">If you work in the tech industry, chances are you\u2019re learning English to <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>advance<\/strong><\/span><\/em> your career. After all, it\u2019s the most commonly used language in science, engineering and academics.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Knowing the latest industry jargon in English can help you communicate more easily at work. However, the language changes so rapidly that it can be tough to keep up.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">There are some study techniques you can use to learn English for tech professionals. Keep reading to discover how to pick up vocabulary faster and communicate with colleagues more effectively.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #2d346f;\"><strong>Why learn English for tech professionals?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Learning how to communicate about technology in English can <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>open doors<\/strong><\/span><\/em>. Whether you\u2019re a professional or a student, you\u2019re more likely to:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<div class=\"list_styles\"><ul class=''>\n<span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i>get jobs at international companies<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i>work well alongside others in your field<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i>understand <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>resources<\/strong><\/span><\/em> and documents more easily<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i>stay up to date with the latest updates and advances<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i><em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>network<\/strong><\/span><\/em> with industry leaders and experts<\/li>\n<\/span>\n<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">English will continue to be important for the tech industry. In the United States alone, they employ over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/674463\/united-states-electronic-components-manufacturing\/#:~:text=Tech%20sector%20employment%20in%20the%20U.S.%202020%2D2030%2C%20by%20occupation&#038;text=In%202020%2C%20the%20United%20States,to%20reach%20almost%206%20million.\">5 million workers<\/a> and that number keeps growing.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #2d346f;\"><strong>Study techniques for learning English tech vocabulary<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Aside from English classes, there are some strategies you can use to learn tech vocabulary. Here are our top five:<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #5e92b1;\"><strong>Focus on specific areas<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">The tech industry covers a wide range of jobs. There can be a lot of differences between roles in the same <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>sub-sector<\/strong><\/span><\/em>. For example, video game companies need people who know how to code, debug software and run tests.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">You can save time by only learning the tech vocabulary that\u2019s relevant to you. Other words and phrases may be interesting but unnecessary.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">To see what we mean, look at the different vocabulary sets below.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/English-tech-vocabulary.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/English-tech-vocabulary.jpg\" alt=\"English tech vocabulary | A Guide to English for Tech Professionals and Enthusiasts | Oxford House Barcelona \" width=\"670\" height=\"227\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-51443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/English-tech-vocabulary.jpg 670w, https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/English-tech-vocabulary-300x102.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #5e92b1;\"><strong>Learn cognates<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Lots of technological words and phrases are <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>universal<\/strong><\/span><\/em>. That means they\u2019re the same or similar in most languages across the world. We call these types of words \u2018cognates\u2019.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Take the word \u2018app\u2019 for example. It\u2019s the same even in countries like Germany, the Philippines and Somalia. Other places have similar words like <em>\u2018apuri\u2019<\/em> in Japan and <em>\u2018aplikicia\u2019<\/em> in Croatian.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">You can instantly learn dozens of English tech words just by checking which ones are the same in Spanish. See for yourself \u2013 how many of these words do you already know?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">1. Algorithm<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">2. Protocol<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">3. Simulation<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">4. Encryption<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">5. Configuration<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">6. Peripheral<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">7. Optimisation<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">8. Interface<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">9. Authentication<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 15px;\">10. Compatible<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Check your answers at the end of the article.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #5e92b1;\"><strong>Switch to English for work<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Perhaps some of your colleagues speak English to a <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>conversational level<\/strong><\/span><\/em> and want to improve. You could ask if they\u2019d like to practise. Then you could set aside some time during the work day to only talk to each other in the language.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Alternatively, you could choose some specific tasks to carry out in English. That way you can target specific vocabulary that you\u2019d like to learn.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">If you work alone, you can still find ways to practise English. Try changing the language settings on your device to get more exposure to the vocabulary. You might be surprised how often you have to &#8216;talk&#8217; to your computer to do your job.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">If you\u2019re looking for a full conversation, don\u2019t forget you can always <a href=\"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/en\/how-to-use-chatgpt-to-practise-your-english\/\">use ChatGPT<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #5e92b1;\"><strong>Join specialist groups<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Many tech enthusiasts join groups to talk about their passion or get support from <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>like-minded<\/strong><\/span><\/em> people. They usually use English as a common language.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">You can try searching on social media sites for your area of interest. For example, Reddit has lots of communities based around jobs and hobbies. The subreddits also tend to have resources for new members like helpful links or answers to <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/span><\/em>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">If you\u2019re from an <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>underrepresented group<\/strong><\/span><\/em>, you may be able to join a special community. These help members with the specific challenges they might face. One famous example is <a href=\"https:\/\/womenwhocode.com\/\">Women Who Code<\/a>, which not only connects you with other people but helps you train and find jobs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #5e92b1;\"><strong>Practise with apps<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">No doubt you\u2019ve heard of <a href=\"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/en\/5-of-the-best-apps-to-improve-your-english-listening-skills\/\">language learning apps<\/a>. Did you know there are also plenty of platforms where you can develop your tech skills in English?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Here are some of our recommendations:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<div class=\"list_styles\"><ul class=''>\n<span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sololearn.com\/en\/\">Sololearn<\/a>: A mix of different free coding courses for adults, from beginners to more advanced learners.<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/tryhackme.com\/\">Try Hack Me<\/a>: A game which teaches you about cybersecurity through realistic situations.<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unrealengine.com\/en-US\">Unreal Engine<\/a>: A space where you can create 3D worlds, which includes training materials and courses.<\/li>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\"><li><i class='icon-circle'><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/codecombat.com\/\">Code Combat<\/a>: A free game aimed at younger learners that teaches you how to code using Python and Java Script.<\/li>\n<\/span>\n<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #2d346f;\"><strong>Final thoughts<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Once you\u2019ve <em><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>got the ball rolling<\/strong><\/span><\/em>, you\u2019ll find it\u2019s easy to keep up with new technology words and phrases in English. They\u2019ll quickly become a part of your daily life in your work, studies or hobbies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Until then, getting a personal tutor can help you learn the specific language for your field. They can design classes around the vocabulary you\u2019re likely to need or conversations you typically have at your job.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Oxford House offers personal tutors for different professions. <a href=\"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/en\/english-courses\/\">Find the class to fit your needs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"devider element_size_>\"><div style=\"margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:20px; \" class=\"divider3\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Glossary for Language Learners<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">Find the following words in the article and then write down any new ones you didn\u2019t know.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Advance (v):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> to move forward or make progress in something.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Open doors (id):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> to create opportunities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Resource (n):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> tools or materials you can use to complete a task.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Network (v):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> to connect with people who can support you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Sub-sector (n):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> a smaller part of an industry.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Universal (adj):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> something that affects everything or everyone.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Conversational level (phr):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> able to talk to people about most basic things.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Like-minded (adj):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> similar in personality or interests.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>FAQs (n):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> a common acronym meaning \u2018frequently asked questions\u2019.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Underrepresented group (phr):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> a group of people that don\u2019t have the same benefits as others.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em><strong>Get the ball rolling (id):<\/strong><\/em><\/span> to start a process.<\/p>\n<div class=\"devider element_size_>\"><div style=\"margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:20px; \" class=\"divider1\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\"><strong>Key<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">v = verb<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">id = idiom<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">n = noun<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">adj = adjective<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">phr = phrase<\/p>\n<div class=\"devider element_size_>\"><div style=\"margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:20px; \" class=\"divider1\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Answers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">1. Algoritmo<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">2. Protocolo<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">3. Simulaci\u00f3n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">4. Encriptaci\u00f3n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">5. Configuraci\u00f3n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">6. Perif\u00e9rico<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">7. Optimizaci\u00f3n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">8. Interfaz<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">9. Autenticaci\u00f3n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 15px;\">10. Compatible<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you work in the tech industry, chances are you\u2019re learning English to advance your career. After all, it\u2019s the most commonly used language in science, engineering and academics. 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