virtual
виртуальный
digital, not physical
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virtual with Russian translation
virtual usage examples
У нас есть виртуальный класс для студентов.
We meet in a virtual classroom every Monday.
Виртуальный тур помогает новым студентам изучить платформу.
A virtual tour helps new students learn the platform.
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virtual belongs to the topic "Online Learning". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
virtual synonyms
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A technical term meaning physical resources have been abstracted into virtual instances (e.g. virtualized servers); narrower than 'virtual'.
The lab machines are virtualized so multiple students can use the same hardware virtually.
Emphasizes that something happens via the internet or a network connection rather than physically.
She took an online course in data science last summer.
Refers to content or processes represented in binary/digital form — emphasizes format or technology rather than presence or simulation.
Digital textbooks are easier to update than printed ones.
Suggests an imitation of real conditions for practice or testing — focuses on mimicry of real-world behaviour.
Students practiced surgery on a simulated patient model.
Common in the phrase 'augmented reality' — digital elements overlay the real world, as opposed to a wholly virtual environment.
The museum uses augmented displays to add information to real exhibits.
Implies imitating the functions of one system on another (e.g. emulating old hardware); more technical than 'virtual'.
The game runs in an emulated environment that imitates the original console.
Indicates services hosted in the cloud (remote servers) — focuses on where the service runs rather than on its virtual nature.
The course platform is cloud-based, so students can access it from anywhere.
Focuses on physical distance or lack of in-person presence (remote learning), not necessarily on digital simulation.
Many students joined the class remotely during the pandemic.
Relates to cyberspace, computing and online security — more technical and often used as a combining form (cyber-).
The course covers cyber threats and safe online behaviour.
What’s the difference
How is virtual different from related words?
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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Questions about this word
virtual meaning: what does it mean?
digital, not physical
virtual pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
virtual is pronounced as /ˈvɜːtʃuəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
virtual definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
We meet in a virtual classroom every Monday. Translation: У нас есть виртуальный класс для студентов.
Is virtual part of Online Learning vocabulary?
Yes, virtual (виртуальный) can be learned in the Online Learning topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is virtual part of Study and Work vocabulary?
Yes, virtual (виртуальный) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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