A1 Idiom Neutral

Turn on.

Start a device.

Practice it

Meaning

To make a machine or device start working.

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Cultural Background

In the US, 'turn on' is used for almost everything electronic, including lights, TVs, and computers. British English speakers often use 'switch on' interchangeably with 'turn on'.

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Pronoun Rule

Always put 'it' in the middle: 'Turn it on'.

Meaning

To make a machine or device start working.

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Pronoun Rule

Always put 'it' in the middle: 'Turn it on'.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Can you _____ the radio? I want to hear the news.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: turn on

We use 'turn on' to start a device.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Can you _____ the radio? I want to hear the news.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: turn on

We use 'turn on' to start a device.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, that is perfectly correct.

Related Phrases

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Turn off

contrast

To stop a device.

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Turn up

similar

To increase volume.

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