B2 verb Neutral

digital

/ˈdɪdʒɪtəl/

Relating to or using computer technology and the internet to store or process information as discrete binary digits. It is often used to describe modern electronic systems as opposed to traditional analog ones.

Beispiele

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1

I prefer reading digital books because they are easier to carry while traveling.

I like reading electronic versions of books because they are more portable for trips.

2

The government is launching a new initiative to promote digital literacy among the elderly.

The state is starting a program to help older people learn how to use computer technology.

3

I'm going on a digital detox this weekend, so I won't be checking my phone at all.

I am taking a break from electronic devices this weekend to stay away from the internet.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
digit
Verb
digitize
Adverb
digitally
Adjektiv
digital
Verwandt
digitalization
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Merkhilfe

Think of your 'digits' (fingers). We use fingers to count, and digital technology uses 0 and 1 (digits) to 'count' and process all information.

Schnelles Quiz

The ______ revolution has fundamentally changed the way we communicate and work.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: digital

Beispiele

1

I prefer reading digital books because they are easier to carry while traveling.

everyday

I like reading electronic versions of books because they are more portable for trips.

2

The government is launching a new initiative to promote digital literacy among the elderly.

formal

The state is starting a program to help older people learn how to use computer technology.

3

I'm going on a digital detox this weekend, so I won't be checking my phone at all.

informal

I am taking a break from electronic devices this weekend to stay away from the internet.

4

Digital preservation of historical archives ensures that fragile documents remain accessible to future researchers.

academic

Storing historical records in a computer format protects them and makes them available for later study.

5

Our company needs to accelerate its digital transformation to remain competitive in the global market.

business

The firm must modernize its technology and online processes to keep up with international competitors.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
digit
Verb
digitize
Adverb
digitally
Adjektiv
digital
Verwandt
digitalization

Häufige Kollokationen

digital age the modern era characterized by computer technology
digital footprint the record of a person's activities on the internet
digital divide the gap between those with and without internet access
digital marketing advertising products or services using electronic devices
digital native a person who grew up in the era of ubiquitous technology

Häufige Phrasen

digital detox

a period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices

digital nomad

someone who earns a living working online while traveling

digital signature

an electronic way to verify the authenticity of a document

Wird oft verwechselt mit

digital vs numeric

Numeric refers to anything relating to numbers in general, while digital specifically refers to binary computer data.

digital vs digitize

Digital is the adjective describing the state, whereas digitize is the verb meaning to convert something into a digital format.

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Nutzungshinweise

Use 'digital' to describe anything that involves computers, software, or the internet. It is typically a non-gradable adjective, meaning you don't usually say something is 'very digital'.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners sometimes use 'digital' as a verb. Remember to use 'digitize' or 'digitalize' when describing the action of converting data.

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Merkhilfe

Think of your 'digits' (fingers). We use fingers to count, and digital technology uses 0 and 1 (digits) to 'count' and process all information.

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Wortherkunft

From the Latin 'digitalis', which comes from 'digitus' (finger or toe), referring to counting on one's fingers.

Grammatikmuster

Usually functions as an attributive adjective (placed before a noun). Cannot be used in the comparative or superlative form (*more digital).
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Kultureller Kontext

The 'digital divide' is a major topic in modern sociology, referring to the social inequality created by unequal access to technology.

Schnelles Quiz

The ______ revolution has fundamentally changed the way we communicate and work.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: digital

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