Unit 5: Talking About Photo Equipment

Illustration

In this unit, you will learn simple words for cameras, lenses, and tripods. You will practice asking and answering questions about your photography gear.

Trong bài học này, bạn sẽ học các từ vựng đơn giản về máy ảnh, ống kính và chân máy. Bạn sẽ thực hành hỏi và trả lời các câu hỏi về thiết bị nhiếp ảnh của mình.

Vocabulary: Photo Equipment

  • camera: a device for taking photos
  • lens: part of a camera that focuses light
  • tripod: three-legged stand for a camera
  • bag: to carry your camera and accessories
  • flash: light to help take photos in dark places
  • phone: mobile device; can take photos too
  • battery: power for your camera or phone
  • memory card: stores your photos
  • button: press to do something, e.g., take a photo
  • zoom: make the subject closer or further
  • light: brightness needed for photos
  • take: to make a photo
  • photo: a picture
  • use: how to operate equipment
  • hold: keep in your hand
Exercise Context

Grammar: have got

Use have got to show ownership.

  • I have got a camera.
  • She has got a tripod.
  • We have got a new lens.

Tip: "I've got" = "I have got"

Example

John has got a flash. He can take photos at night.

Grammar: can

Use can to talk about ability.

  • I can use a camera.
  • She can hold the tripod.
  • They can take a photo with their phone.

Example

Anna can use the zoom button to make the subject closer.

Grammar: Present Simple for Routines

Use the present simple to talk about habits and routines.

  • I take photos every day.
  • He uses his camera at weekends.
  • We hold the camera carefully.

Example

Every morning, I check my camera battery and memory card before I take photos.

Worked Examples

1. I have got a new camera. → I can take photos easily.

2. She can hold the tripod. → She uses it every time she takes a photo.

3. We take photos every weekend. → We love photography as a routine.

🔑 Đáp án & Giải thích

1. "I have got a new camera" nghĩa là "Tôi có một máy ảnh mới".

2. "She can hold the tripod" nghĩa là "Cô ấy có thể cầm chân máy".

3. "We take photos every weekend" nghĩa là "Chúng tôi chụp ảnh mỗi cuối tuần".