B2 adjective Neutro

cloud

/klaʊd/

Relating to services, software, or data storage provided over the internet rather than on a local computer or physical server. In modern technology, it describes a decentralized network of remote servers used to store and process information globally.

Exemplos

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1

I keep all my personal photos in a cloud folder so I can access them from any device.

I keep all my personal photos in a cloud folder so I can access them from any device.

2

The government is evaluating the security implications of cloud migration for its public records.

The government is evaluating the security implications of cloud migration for its public records.

3

Don't worry about the hard drive crashing; everything is backed up in the cloud anyway.

Don't worry about the hard drive crashing; everything is backed up in the cloud anyway.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
cloud
Verb
cloud
Advérbio
cloudily
Adjetivo
cloudy
Relacionado
cloudiness
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Dica de memorização

Think of a physical cloud as something high up that you can see from anywhere; similarly, 'cloud technology' is data kept 'up' on the internet that you can reach from any location.

Quiz rápido

The company decided to move its database to a ______-based system to improve accessibility for remote workers.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Exemplos

1

I keep all my personal photos in a cloud folder so I can access them from any device.

everyday

I keep all my personal photos in a cloud folder so I can access them from any device.

2

The government is evaluating the security implications of cloud migration for its public records.

formal

The government is evaluating the security implications of cloud migration for its public records.

3

Don't worry about the hard drive crashing; everything is backed up in the cloud anyway.

informal

Don't worry about the hard drive crashing; everything is backed up in the cloud anyway.

4

Academic institutions are increasingly adopting cloud-based research tools to facilitate international collaboration.

academic

Academic institutions are increasingly adopting cloud-based research tools to facilitate international collaboration.

5

Our quarterly budget includes a significant allocation for cloud infrastructure maintenance and scalability.

business

Our quarterly budget includes a significant allocation for cloud infrastructure maintenance and scalability.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
cloud
Verb
cloud
Advérbio
cloudily
Adjetivo
cloudy
Relacionado
cloudiness

Colocações comuns

cloud computing cloud computing
cloud storage cloud storage
cloud infrastructure cloud infrastructure
cloud-based service cloud-based service
cloud security cloud security

Frases Comuns

in the cloud

stored on or available through the internet

head in the clouds

being unrealistic, idealistic, or distracted

every cloud has a silver lining

every bad situation has a positive aspect

Frequentemente confundido com

cloud vs cloudy

Cloudy is an adjective describing weather or opaque liquids, whereas 'cloud' used as an adjective specifically refers to internet technology.

cloud vs clout

Clout refers to power or influence, while cloud refers to the sky or internet storage.

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Notas de uso

When used in a technical sense, 'cloud' is usually an attributive noun acting as an adjective (e.g., 'cloud storage'). It is rarely used as a standalone adjective unless hyphenated as 'cloud-based'.

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Erros comuns

Learners often say 'on the cloud' when referring to data storage; the correct preposition used by native speakers is almost always 'in the cloud'.

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Dica de memorização

Think of a physical cloud as something high up that you can see from anywhere; similarly, 'cloud technology' is data kept 'up' on the internet that you can reach from any location.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from Old English 'clūd', which originally meant a mass of rock or a hill, later evolving to describe floating water vapor because of their massive, puffy shape.

Padrões gramaticais

Functions as an attributive noun/adjective preceding a noun Uncountable when referring to the digital environment Often used in the prepositional phrase 'in the cloud'
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Contexto cultural

The concept of 'the cloud' has revolutionized modern culture by enabling a shift from physical ownership of media (like CDs and DVDs) to digital access and streaming.

Quiz rápido

The company decided to move its database to a ______-based system to improve accessibility for remote workers.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Palavras relacionadas

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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