B2 noun Neutro

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.

Exemplos

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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.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
virtuality
Verb
virtualize
Advérbio
virtually
Adjetivo
virtual
Relacionado
virtualization
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Dica de memorização

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.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: virtual

Exemplos

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.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
virtuality
Verb
virtualize
Advérbio
virtually
Adjetivo
virtual
Relacionado
virtualization

Colocações comuns

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 Comuns

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

Frequentemente confundido com

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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Erros comuns

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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Dica de memorização

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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Origem da palavra

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

Padrões gramaticais

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.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: virtual

Palavras relacionadas

unknown

A1

A person or thing that is not known, recognized, or familiar. It often refers to a mysterious situation or a person who has not yet achieved fame or success.

of

A1

A preposition used to show a relationship between a part and a whole, or to indicate belonging and origin. It connects a noun or pronoun to another part of the sentence to specify which one or what kind.

in

A1

A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.

it

A1

A third-person singular pronoun used to refer to an object, animal, or situation that has already been mentioned or is clear from context. It is also frequently used as a dummy subject to talk about time, weather, or distance.

on

A1

A preposition used to indicate that something is in a position above and supported by a surface. It is also used to indicate a specific day or date, or to show that a device is functioning.

as

A1

A conjunction used to compare two things that are equal in some way. It is most commonly used in the pattern 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to show similarity.

this

A1

Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.

by

A1

A preposition used to show the method or means of doing something, or to identify the person or thing that performs an action. It frequently appears in passive sentences to indicate the agent or before modes of transport.

we

A1

The word 'we' is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people collectively. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause.

or

A1

A coordinating conjunction used to connect two or more possibilities or alternatives. it indicates that only one of the options is likely, required, or true.

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