Learn the word 'Access': Key B1 Verb for Technology and Professional English

Word Info

Word: Access

Level: B1

Pronunciation: 'æksɛs

Meaning: To enter or use something

Video Script

Hello and welcome to "Hello Word!", the podcast where we explore the English language one word at a time. I'm Alex, and I’m so glad you’re here. Today’s word is access. Access is a B1-level verb that means "to enter or use something." When you access something, you’re gaining entry to it, whether it’s a place, a resource, or even a digital file. It’s a versatile word you’ll hear in many contexts, from technology to everyday situations. Let's look at some similar words. One synonym for access is enter. For example, "He entered the building through the side door", is similar to saying, "He accessed the building through the side door." Another synonym is approach. You might say, "You can approach the website through this secure link", which is similar to accessing it. On the other hand, we have some opposites of access that help us see the contrast in meaning. One antonym is block. For example, "The door was blocked, so no one could get in", which means they couldn’t access it. Another opposite is deny. Imagine hearing, "Her access to the files was denied", which means she wasn’t able to use or enter those files. Now, let’s talk about how you might hear or use access in everyday life. In technology, access is used all the time. You might say, "I need a password to access my email", meaning you need to log in to use it. Or at work, you might hear, "Do you have access to the shared drive?" meaning, "Can you enter or use the shared files?" Here are a few sentences to show access in action. "You’ll need a key card to access the office building." "Many people use smartphones to access the internet quickly." "Only managers can access the restricted files." So, today we learned that access means "to enter or use something." Whether you’re talking about a physical place, a digital platform, or a resource, access is the word you’ll need. Thanks so much for tuning in to "Hello Word!" If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. Your support helps others find our show. And as always, I’d love to hear from you. Try using access in your own sentence and share it in the comments below. Until next time, keep exploring new words!

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