technician - Master This Word
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technician Word Meanings
- a person skilled in a particular craft or trade
- a person who operates technical equipment
- an expert in a specific field of science or technology
technician Example Sentences
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technician Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/tɛkˈnɪʃ.ən/
US
/tɛkˈnɪʃ.ən/
technician Word Etymology
techni- = art/skill, -cian = one who practices; Latin → Old French → English. Imagine a skilled technician working meticulously on a complex machine, highlighting mastery of their craft.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Technician is a noun for a person skilled in a particular craft or trade who uses practical knowledge to build, repair, or maintain equipment. A technician can be found in many fields, from electronics and information technology to healthcare and automotive service. The word emphasizes hands on competence rather than broad theory, distinguishing technicians from engineers. It also covers people who operate technical equipment, troubleshoot problems, calibrate instruments, install systems, or perform routine maintenance. Learners should recognize that technician suggests a practical expert who works with tools and procedures, often following established manuals and safety rules. In everyday English, you might hear technician describe both shop floor workers and specialists in lab settings.
Usage Reminders
- - A technician typically works with tools and manuals.
- - Do not confuse technician with engineer, who emphasizes design and theory.
- - Common phrases: field technician, lab technician, senior technician.
- - A technician may be a hands-on operator or a maintenance professional.
- - Use technician after a title when describing a role (the technician in charge).
Common Misconceptions
- Technician equals engineer in all cases; they are interchangeable in everyday speech.
- Technician implies high-level theorizing rather than hands-on work.
- All technicians are in labs or factories; they cannot be in clinics or field sites.
- Technician always requires a formal degree in engineering.
- The plural form is technicians, but some say techs in informal speech.
Thinking Differences
Learners generally map technician to a hands-on expert who fixes or maintains things, which can slightly bias them toward practical tasks over theoretical roles like engineering.
Learning Tips
- Review common technician roles in different industries.
- Practice distinguishing hands-on work from theoretical design.
- Learn key collocations like field technician and lab technician.
- Use real-world scenarios to describe technician tasks.
- Study safety and maintenance vocabulary.
- Watch videos of technicians at work and summarize steps.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'technician'?
A.Person
B.Expert
C.Skilled Worker
D.Scientist
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is 'technician' used correctly?
A.The firefighter cooked dinner.
B.The teacher fixed the computer.
C.The doctor delivered the package.
D.The technician planted flowers in the garden.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which of the following is a synonym for 'technician'?
A.Engineer
B.Novice
C.Amateur
D.Professional
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'technician'?
A.Specialist
B.Apprentice
C.Assistant
D.Master
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you find a technician?
A.Teaching a classroom
B.Performing heart surgery
C.Cooking in a restaurant
D.Repairing electronic devices
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