What is another word for bipolar transistor?
Pronunciation: [ba͡ɪpˈə͡ʊlə tɹanzˈɪstə] (IPA) 
One synonym for "bipolar transistor" is "BJT" which stands for bipolar junction transistor. Another term that can be used interchangeably is "NPN/PNP transistor" which refers to the two types of bipolar transistors: NPN and PNP. A third synonym is "current-controlled transistor" which differentiates bipolar transistors from field-effect transistors (FETs) which are voltage-controlled. Additionally, "amplifying transistor" is a common term given that bipolar transistors are commonly used in amplification circuits to increase signal strength. Lastly, "switching transistor" is sometimes used when discussing the ability of bipolar transistors to be used as electronic switches in digital circuits.
