transistor
/trænˈzɪstə/ · /trænˈzɪstər/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #6681 in the learning path
晶体管
Definitions
n. An electronic component that amplifies signals or switches electrical current.
晶体管
Example
She carefully replaced the damaged transistor inside the old radio.
她小心地更换了旧收音机里损坏的晶体管。
The development of smaller transistors has enabled computers to process information faster while consuming less power.
更小型晶体管的研发让计算机能够更快地处理信息，同时减少耗电。
Collocations
- transistor radio
- silicon transistor
- transistor circuit
Usage tip
指电子元件；transistor radio才是晶体管收音机。
FAQ
- What does transistor mean?
- An electronic component that amplifies signals or switches electrical current.
- How is transistor pronounced?
- UK /trænˈzɪstə/, US /trænˈzɪstər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
