Unit 4: Shopping Technology Vocabulary
Tronc Commun Sciences
Essential Shopping Tech Terms
Master the vocabulary needed for modern shopping experiences in our digital world.
Key Areas
• E-commerce
• Payment systems
• Smart stores
Tech Focus
Digital wallets
AR shopping
AI assistants
Skills
Online transactions
Product comparison
Tech literacy
1. E-commerce Vocabulary
Online Shopping Terms
Cart: Virtual container for items before purchase
Checkout: Final purchase process
Wishlist: Saved items for future purchase
Interactive Matching
Match terms to definitions:
“Saved items for future purchase”
“Virtual container for items”
Tech Innovation: One-Click Purchasing
2. Digital Payment Vocabulary
Payment Methods
Credit Card
Mobile Wallet
Cryptocurrency
Invoice
Security Terms
2FA: Two-factor authentication
Encryption: Data protection method
CVV: Card verification value
Tech Application: Contactless Payments
NFC Technology: Near Field Communication enables tap-to-pay systems with:
- Smartphones
- Credit cards
- Wearables
- Biometric auth
3. Smart Store Vocabulary
Emerging Technologies
RFID
Automatic inventory tracking
AR
Virtual product try-ons
IoT
Connected store systems
AI
Personalized recommendations
Cashierless Stores
Sensor fusion: Combines camera and RFID data
Just Walk Out: Amazon’s checkout-free tech
Vocabulary Practice
Complete the sentences with smart store terms:
“______ technology allows customers to try clothes virtually before buying.”
“______ tags help stores track inventory automatically.”
4. Vocabulary Review Game
Terminology Bingo
Flashcard Generator
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