semiconductor
/ˌsemikənˈdʌktə/ · /ˌsemikənˈdʌktər/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #5568 in the learning path
半导体
Definitions
n. A material that conducts electricity less easily than most metals.
半导体
Example
My sister works at a factory making semiconductor chips.
我姐姐在一家生产半导体芯片的工厂工作。
Investment in semiconductor manufacturing is essential for developing reliable supplies of components used in modern electronic devices.
投资半导体制造业对于确保现代电子设备所用元件的可靠供应至关重要。
Collocations
- semiconductor chips
- semiconductor manufacturing
- the semiconductor industry
Word family
- semiconducting (adj.)
- semiconduction (n.)
Usage tip
semi-表示半；半导体导电性介于导体与绝缘体之间。
FAQ
- What does semiconductor mean?
- A material that conducts electricity less easily than most metals.
- How is semiconductor pronounced?
- UK /ˌsemikənˈdʌktə/, US /ˌsemikənˈdʌktər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
