Phrase guide

computer literate

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Able to operate a personal computer and its associated software and hardware, and to understand most of the underlying concepts (but not necessarily the electronics, or a programming language).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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Synonyms: techknowledgeable

Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: digitaal geletterd — having a certain knowledge about computers and software/hardware
  • Norwegian Bokmål: datakyndig — having a certain knowledge about computers and software/hardware