B2 noun Neutral

bionic

/baɪˈɒnɪk/

Refers to artificial body parts or organs that are electronically or mechanically enhanced to replace or improve biological functions. It describes the application of biological methods and systems found in nature to the study and design of engineering systems and modern technology.

Ejemplos

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1

After the accident, he was fitted with a bionic leg that allowed him to run again.

Following his injury, he received an artificial, electronically-powered leg that restored his ability to run.

2

The medical board approved the trial for a new bionic eye to assist the visually impaired.

The official medical committee authorized testing a high-tech artificial eye designed to help blind people see.

3

With these noise-canceling headphones, I feel like I have bionic hearing!

These special headphones make my sense of hearing feel super-powered or technologically enhanced.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
bionics
Adverbio
bionically
Adjetivo
bionic
Relacionado
cyborg
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Truco para recordar

Think of 'BIO' (life) + 'electroNIC' = BIONIC. It is a mix of life and electronics.

Quiz rápido

The scientist designed a _______ eye that could transmit visual signals directly to the patient's brain.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: bionic

Ejemplos

1

After the accident, he was fitted with a bionic leg that allowed him to run again.

everyday

Following his injury, he received an artificial, electronically-powered leg that restored his ability to run.

2

The medical board approved the trial for a new bionic eye to assist the visually impaired.

formal

The official medical committee authorized testing a high-tech artificial eye designed to help blind people see.

3

With these noise-canceling headphones, I feel like I have bionic hearing!

informal

These special headphones make my sense of hearing feel super-powered or technologically enhanced.

4

Recent breakthroughs in bionic interfaces allow for direct communication between the brain and prosthetic limbs.

academic

Scientific progress in electronic-biological connections enables the brain to control artificial body parts directly.

5

The company is leading the market in bionic exoskeletons for industrial warehouse workers.

business

The business is a top seller of wearable robotic suits that help factory employees lift heavy objects.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
bionics
Adverbio
bionically
Adjetivo
bionic
Relacionado
cyborg

Colocaciones comunes

bionic limb an artificial arm or leg enhanced by electronics
bionic technology advanced engineering that mimics biological systems
bionic implant an electronic device placed inside the body to replace a function
bionic vision sight that is restored or improved by electronic devices
bionic exoskeleton a wearable mobile machine that allows for increased strength

Frases Comunes

bionic man

a person who has many artificial body parts, often implying superhuman strength

bionic ear

a common informal name for a cochlear implant

bionic strength

physical power that exceeds normal human limits due to technology

Se confunde a menudo con

bionic vs robotic

Robotic refers to entirely mechanical machines, while bionic specifically refers to technology integrated with biological systems.

bionic vs prosthetic

Prosthetic is a general term for any artificial body part, whereas bionic implies the part has electronic or mechanical enhancements.

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Notas de uso

Use 'bionic' when emphasizing the high-tech, electronic, or 'superhuman' aspect of an artificial limb or organ. It is commonly used in both medical science and science fiction.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use 'bionic' to describe any robot, but it must involve a connection to a living organism or the replacement of a natural body part.

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Truco para recordar

Think of 'BIO' (life) + 'electroNIC' = BIONIC. It is a mix of life and electronics.

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Origen de la palabra

Coined in 1960 by Jack E. Steele, combining 'biology' and 'electronics'.

Patrones gramaticales

Used primarily as an attributive adjective (placed before a noun). Can be used in the noun form 'bionics' to refer to the field of study.
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Contexto cultural

The term was popularized globally by the 1970s television shows 'The Six Million Dollar Man' and 'The Bionic Woman'.

Quiz rápido

The scientist designed a _______ eye that could transmit visual signals directly to the patient's brain.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: bionic

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