Peripherals Meaning in English

word · lemma: peripheral

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Definition

Peripherals are devices connected to a computer but not part of its main system, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, or external drive.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used in technical/computer contexts. Always refers to devices external to the computer's core, often paired with 'devices' (e.g., 'peripheral devices'). Not to be confused with 'peripheral' meaning 'not central' in other contexts.

• Spanish: periféricos
• Portuguese (BR): periféricos
• Portuguese (PT): periféricos
• Chinese (Simplified): 外部设备 - 外设
• Chinese (Traditional): 外部裝置 - 週邊設備
• Hindi: परिधीय डिवाइस
• Arabic: الأجهزة الطرفية
• Bengali: পেরিফেরালস - পরিপার্শ্ব ডিভাইস
• Russian: периферийные устройства
• Japanese: 周辺機器
• Vietnamese: thiết bị ngoại vi
• Korean: 주변 기기
• Turkish: çevre birimleri
• Urdu: پیرفیرلز - بیرونی آلات (کمپیوٹر کے)
• Indonesian: periferal - perangkat periferal

Example Sentences

I bought new peripherals for my computer.

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Most gamers invest in high-quality peripherals for better performance.

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Keyboards and printers are common peripherals.

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Please connect all peripherals before starting the computer.

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Are your peripherals wireless or do you still use cables?

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Upgrading your peripherals can really improve your workflow.

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