B1noun 1K

Keyboard

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkiːbɔːd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkiːbɔːrd/"]/

Meaning of Keyboard

the set of keys for operating a computer or typewriter, or the set of letters that you can touch to write on a smartphone or tablet

In simple words: A set of keys for typing on a computer.

Keyboard in a sentence

• The program locks the keyboard until a password is given.
• **keyboard shortcuts**
• Arianne was tapping away at her keyboard.
• Filled with inspiration, he started pounding his keyboard.
• Press Ctrl + S on the keyboard to save the file.
• a piano keyboard
• She plays keyboard and guitar.
• He played the song on his keyboard.
• The recording features Herbie Hancock on keyboard.
• She sat down at the keyboard and started to play.

How to use Keyboard

Use 'keyboard' when talking about computers or music instruments. It's appropriate in most contexts, but avoid using it in very technical discussions about hardware.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of typing on the 'keys' of a 'board'!

Related words

Collocations with Keyboard

• qwerty
• standard
• computer
• tap
• tap at
• tap on
• command
• short cut
• port
• on the keyboard
• organ
• piano
• etc.
• instrument
• digital
• electric
• electronic
• at the keyboard
• on (a/​the) keyboard

Synonyms for Keyboard

• keypad
• typewriter
• control panel
• input device

Opposites of Keyboard

• mouse

Common mistakes with Keyboard

• Confused with 'keypad' which is smaller and has fewer buttons.
• Using 'keyboards' to refer to music keyboards can be confusing without context.

Frequently asked questions about Keyboard

What does Keyboard mean?

A set of keys for typing on a computer.

What is the definition of Keyboard?

the set of keys for operating a computer or typewriter, or the set of letters that you can touch to write on a smartphone or tablet

How do you use Keyboard in a sentence?

The program locks the keyboard until a password is given.

Can you give another example of Keyboard?

**keyboard shortcuts**

What are synonyms for Keyboard?

Common alternatives include keypad, typewriter, control panel, input device.

What is the opposite of Keyboard?

Opposite meanings include mouse.

What words go with Keyboard?

It commonly pairs with qwerty, standard, computer, tap, tap at, tap on, command, short cut, port, on the keyboard, organ, piano, etc., instrument, digital, electric, electronic, at the keyboard, on (a/​the) keyboard.

What are common mistakes when using Keyboard?

Confused with 'keypad' which is smaller and has fewer buttons. Using 'keyboards' to refer to music keyboards can be confusing without context.

How do you pronounce Keyboard?

US: /["/ˈkiːbɔːrd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkiːbɔːd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Keyboard?

Use 'keyboard' when talking about computers or music instruments. It's appropriate in most contexts, but avoid using it in very technical discussions about hardware.

What CEFR level is Keyboard?

"Keyboard" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.