laptop
word
/ˈɫæpˌtɑp/
LAP-tahp
/lˈæptɒp/
LAP-top
Definition
A small, portable computer that you can use on your lap and carry with you easily.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. People say "laptop" for most portable computers; "notebook" is also used but less common in daily speech. Avoid confusing with "tablet" (no keyboard) or "desktop" (not portable).
Spanish: portátil - computadora portátilPortuguese (BR): notebook - laptop - computador portátilPortuguese (PT): computador portátil - portátilChinese (Simplified): 笔记本电脑Chinese (Traditional): 筆記型電腦Hindi: लैपटॉपArabic: حاسوب محمولBengali: ল্যাপটপRussian: ноутбукJapanese: ノートパソコンVietnamese: máy tính xách tayKorean: 노트북Turkish: laptop - dizüstü bilgisayarUrdu: لیپ ٹاپIndonesian: laptop
Example Sentences
She bought a new laptop last week.
basic
My laptop died in the middle of my presentation.
natural
I take my laptop to the café when I want a change of scenery.
natural
His bag was so heavy because he carried two laptops and a bunch of books.
natural
My laptop is on the table.
basic
Can I use your laptop?
basic