B2 noun Neutral

virtual

/ˈvɜːrtʃuəl/

Relating to something that is created by computer software and appears to exist in the physical world, or something that is almost exactly the same as a particular thing in effect, though not in official name.

Ejemplos

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1

I took a virtual tour of the Louvre museum while sitting on my couch.

I used a computer simulation to visit the Louvre gallery from my sofa.

2

The government has implemented a virtual border to monitor trade more efficiently.

The authorities established a digital system for tracking commerce instead of a physical wall.

3

He is a virtual unknown in the tech industry despite his talent.

He is practically a stranger to the technology world even though he is very gifted.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
virtuality
Verb
virtualize
Adverbio
virtually
Adjetivo
virtual
Relacionado
virtualization
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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'V' in Virtual as standing for 'Video' or 'Visual'—it is something you see on a screen, but you cannot touch.

Quiz rápido

The team held a ______ meeting to discuss the new project since they were all working from different countries.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: virtual

Ejemplos

1

I took a virtual tour of the Louvre museum while sitting on my couch.

everyday

I used a computer simulation to visit the Louvre gallery from my sofa.

2

The government has implemented a virtual border to monitor trade more efficiently.

formal

The authorities established a digital system for tracking commerce instead of a physical wall.

3

He is a virtual unknown in the tech industry despite his talent.

informal

He is practically a stranger to the technology world even though he is very gifted.

4

Researchers utilized virtual environments to observe participant behavior in controlled scenarios.

academic

Scientists used digital simulations to study how people act in specific, created situations.

5

Our company transitioned to a virtual workspace to reduce rental costs and increase flexibility.

business

Our firm started using online collaboration tools instead of a physical office to save money.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
virtuality
Verb
virtualize
Adverbio
virtually
Adjetivo
virtual
Relacionado
virtualization

Colocaciones comunes

virtual reality a computer-generated 3D environment
virtual assistant software that performs tasks or services for an individual
virtual meeting a conference held over the internet
virtual certainty something that is almost 100% sure to happen
virtual memory a computing technique that uses hardware and software to compensate for physical RAM

Frases Comunes

virtual reality

a computer simulation of a real or imaginary world

a virtual impossibility

something that is nearly impossible to achieve

virtual office

a business location that exists only in cyberspace

Se confunde a menudo con

virtual vs virtuous

Virtuous relates to high moral standards or being a good person, while virtual relates to digital simulations.

virtual vs virtually

Virtually is an adverb usually meaning 'almost,' whereas virtual is an adjective describing the nature of an object.

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Notas de uso

Use 'virtual' when describing things that happen online (like meetings or tours) or to emphasize that a situation is effectively true even if not strictly defined that way.

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Errores comunes

Learners often confuse 'virtual' with 'virtuous.' Additionally, they sometimes use 'virtual' when they mean 'virtually' (the adverb) to modify a verb.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'V' in Virtual as standing for 'Video' or 'Visual'—it is something you see on a screen, but you cannot touch.

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Origen de la palabra

Originates from the Medieval Latin 'virtualis,' which meant having the power or effect of something, even if the thing itself wasn't present.

Patrones gramaticales

Used as an attributive adjective (placed before the noun). It is generally non-gradable; something is usually either virtual or it isn't. Does not have a plural form when used as an adjective.
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Contexto cultural

In the post-2020 era, 'virtual' has become a standard term in global culture to describe remote work and digital social interactions.

Quiz rápido

The team held a ______ meeting to discuss the new project since they were all working from different countries.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: virtual

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administrate

B2

To manage, supervise, or oversee the operations and activities of an organization, program, or system. It involves the practical execution of policies and the organization of resources to achieve specific goals.

administrative

C1

Relating to the organization and management of a business, institution, or government. It describes the practical tasks, systems, and procedures required to keep an entity running efficiently behind the scenes.

assistant

C2

A person who ranks below a senior professional and aids them in their duties, often handling specialized tasks or administrative burdens. In a professional or academic context, an assistant often possesses significant expertise but operates under the direction of a superior to facilitate complex operations.

commissioner

C1

A high-ranking official who is in charge of a government department, a public organization, or a professional sports league. This person is typically appointed to exercise administrative authority or to oversee a specific commission or set of regulations.

computer

C1

A sophisticated electronic device designed to store, retrieve, and process data through programmed instructions. In modern discourse, it encompasses everything from microprocessors in appliances to high-performance servers facilitating global networks.

conclusion

C2

A final judgment, decision, or opinion reached by reasoning after considering all evidence and facts. It also refers to the final part of a piece of writing or a speech that summarizes the main points and provides a closing statement.

consume

C1

To consume means to use up a resource, such as energy, time, or goods, or to eat and drink something. In academic contexts, it often refers to the utilization of information, products, or services by individuals or groups within an economy or social system.

design

C1

A detailed plan or scheme that outlines the functional and aesthetic features of an object or system before it is made. In an academic context, it refers to the deliberate structure or methodology of a study or process designed to achieve specific outcomes.

consumer

B2

A consumer is a person who purchases goods and services for personal use rather than for resale or business purposes. In a broader biological or ecological context, it refers to any organism that feeds on other organisms or organic matter.

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