A1 noun Neutral

copyright

/ˈkɒpiraɪt/

The legal right that gives the creator of an original work the power to control how it is used. It prevents others from copying, selling, or performing the work without the owner's permission.

Ejemplos

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1

I need to check the copyright of this image before I use it on my blog.

I need to check the legal ownership rights of this image before I use it on my blog.

2

The copyright for this academic textbook belongs to the University Press.

The legal protection for this academic textbook belongs to the University Press.

3

You can't just share that movie link; it's protected by copyright.

You cannot share that movie link because it is protected by legal ownership laws.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
copyright
Verb
copyright
Adjetivo
copyrighted
Relacionado
copywriter
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Truco para recordar

Think of it as the 'Right' to 'Copy'. Only the owner has the 'right' to make a 'copy'.

Quiz rápido

You cannot use this song in your video because it is protected by ____.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: copyright

Ejemplos

1

I need to check the copyright of this image before I use it on my blog.

everyday

I need to check the legal ownership rights of this image before I use it on my blog.

2

The copyright for this academic textbook belongs to the University Press.

formal

The legal protection for this academic textbook belongs to the University Press.

3

You can't just share that movie link; it's protected by copyright.

informal

You cannot share that movie link because it is protected by legal ownership laws.

4

Academic integrity requires students to respect the copyright of all cited sources.

academic

Academic honesty requires students to respect the legal ownership of all sources they use.

5

Our company must secure the copyright for the new software immediately.

business

Our company must obtain the legal ownership rights for the new software right away.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
copyright
Verb
copyright
Adjetivo
copyrighted
Relacionado
copywriter

Colocaciones comunes

copyright law the set of laws protecting creative works
copyright infringement the illegal use of copyrighted material
hold the copyright to be the legal owner of the rights
copyright protection the security provided by copyright laws
copyright notice a symbol or text stating who owns the work

Frases Comunes

all rights reserved

a phrase indicating full copyright protection

copyright expired

when a work enters the public domain and is no longer protected

fair use

limited use of copyrighted material without permission

Se confunde a menudo con

copyright vs trademark

Copyright protects creative works (books, art), while trademarks protect brand names and logos.

copyright vs copywrite

Copyright is a legal right; 'copywrite' (often confused with 'copywriting') refers to writing text for advertisements.

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Notas de uso

Copyright can be used as a noun to describe the right itself, or as a verb meaning to protect a work legally. It is usually followed by the preposition 'on' or 'for'.

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Errores comunes

Learners often misspell the word as 'copywrite'. Another mistake is using 'in copyright' instead of the correct phrase 'under copyright'.

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Truco para recordar

Think of it as the 'Right' to 'Copy'. Only the owner has the 'right' to make a 'copy'.

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Origen de la palabra

From the English words 'copy' and 'right', first used in the early 18th century to describe the exclusive right to print books.

Patrones gramaticales

uncountable noun in general contexts can be used as a transitive verb countable noun when referring to specific legal rights
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Contexto cultural

In the digital age, copyright is a major topic of discussion regarding internet freedom versus the rights of artists and musicians.

Quiz rápido

You cannot use this song in your video because it is protected by ____.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: copyright

Más palabras de law

liberty

A1

Liberty is the state of being free within society from control or oppressive restrictions. it is the right and power to believe, act, and express oneself as one chooses.

equality

A1

Equality is the state of being the same, especially in having the same rights, status, and opportunities. It means that every person is treated fairly and has the same chances in life regardless of their background.

harassment

A1

Harassment is behavior that is not wanted and makes someone feel unhappy, scared, or uncomfortable. It usually happens many times and can include mean words, physical actions, or messages online.

libel

A1

Libel is a written statement that is false and damages a person's reputation. It refers to lies that are published in books, newspapers, or online that make people think badly of someone.

slander

A1

Slander is a false spoken statement that is intended to damage someone's reputation. It is a legal term for defamation that occurs through speech rather than in writing.

due process

A1

Due process is the legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights that are owed to a person. It ensures that laws are applied fairly and that every person has a chance to tell their side of the story before a decision is made.

burden of proof

A1

The responsibility to provide facts or evidence to show that a statement is true. In a court or an argument, the person making a claim must prove it to others.

reasonable doubt

A1

A legal standard that means a jury must be very sure a person is guilty of a crime. If there is a logical reason to think the person might be innocent, the jury has a reasonable doubt.

double jeopardy

A1

Double jeopardy is a legal rule that stops a person from being tried twice for the same crime. After a court makes a final decision, the government cannot take the person to court again for that specific act.

habeas corpus

A1

A legal principle or court order that requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released if there is no legal reason to keep them in jail.

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