digital
gb/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl/ us/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl/
A2
Angličtina
~ 400
Významy
0 významů
adjective
B1
property
1
Relating to computers or technology
Using computers or other electronic devices to store or send information.
Vzorec užití:
[something] is digital
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'digital' with 'online'. Not all digital things are online; some are offline but still electronic.
Synonyma
electronic (Emphasizes the use of electrical signals but not always specifically about computers.)
Antonyma
analog (Describes systems or devices that represent data in a continuous physical form rather than digitally.)
Kolokace
digital device
|digital technology
|digital media
|digital platform
|digital content
Témata
technology
|communication
|media
|science
Příklady
- The company is investing heavily in digital marketing.
- She prefers reading digital books on her tablet.
- Many traditional businesses are moving to digital platforms.
Učební příklady
- I use a digital camera for my photos.
- This store sells digital music online.
- My phone has many digital tools.
adjective
technical
B2
property
2
Representing data as numbers
Showing or using numbers to store and send information, not continuous signals.
Vzorec užití:
[something] is digital
Častá chyba:
Some learners think 'digital' only means 'on the internet', but it also refers to how information is stored and processed.
Synonyma
binary (Refers specifically to the two-number (0 and 1) system used in most digital technology.)
Antonyma
analog (Uses continuous signals instead of discrete numbers.)
Kolokace
digital signal
|digital format
|digital data
Témata
technology
|science
Příklady
- The audio is converted into a digital signal before transmission.
- Digital data can be stored and copied without loss of quality.
- Modern cameras save images as digital files.
Učební příklady
- The watch shows the time in digital numbers.
- Music is stored in a digital file.
- Digital signals are easy to send.
adjective
technical
A2
property
3
Showing numbers electronically
Showing numbers on an electronic screen instead of moving parts.
Vzorec užití:
[something] is digital
Synonyma
electronic display (General term for any display using electronics, not just numbers.)
Antonyma
analog display (Uses moving parts or continuous scales instead of electronic numbers.)
Kolokace
digital watch
|digital clock
|digital display
Témata
technology
|daily life
|communication
Příklady
- He wears a digital watch on his wrist.
- The scoreboard has been replaced with a digital display.
- They installed a new digital thermostat in the office.
Učební příklady
- I bought a digital clock for my room.
- My camera has a digital screen.
- The car has a digital speedometer.
adjective
technical
B2
property
4
Operated by fingers or touch
Used or controlled by your fingers, like a touchscreen.
Synonyma
manual (Means operated by hand, not necessarily using technology.)
Kolokace
digital control
|digital input
Témata
technology
|body
Příklady
- The device features a digital interface operated by finger gestures.
- Digital controls allow for quick adjustments during operation.
- The piano uses digital keys that respond to touch sensitivity.
Učební příklady
- I use a digital screen with my fingers.
- This game has a digital control pad.
- The machine has a digital button.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
digital
IPA
GB/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl/
US/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl/
Slabiky a přízvuk
di - git - al (3 slabiky)
Stress on 1st syllable (di)
Tvary slova
Adjective
- Base: digital
Příbuzná slova
Core family
digitally
adverb
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
analog
adjective B2
Advanced or less common
digitalize
verb B2
digitalization
noun C1
Výrazy
digital age
1/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl ˈeɪd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
Modern era of digital technology
The time we live in now, when computers and the internet are very important in daily life.
Příklady
- We are living in the digital age, where information is instantly available.
- In the digital age, businesses must adapt quickly to new technologies.
digital divide
2/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl dɪvˈaɪd/
fixed phrase
Gap in access to technology
The difference between people who can use modern technology and those who cannot.
Příklady
- Efforts are being made to close the digital divide in rural areas.
- The pandemic highlighted the digital divide between students.
digital native
5/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl nˈeɪtɪv/
fixed phrase
Person raised with technology
A person who has used computers and the internet since they were young.
Příklady
- As a digital native, she finds new apps easy to learn.
- Digital natives often prefer texting over phone calls.
go digital
4/ɡˈoʊ dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl/
fixed phrase
Switch to using digital technology
To start using digital technology instead of older methods.
Příklady
- The newspaper decided to go digital to reach more readers online.
- Many banks are going digital to improve efficiency.
digital footprint
3/dˈɪd͡ʒɪtəl fˈʊtpɹˌɪnt/
fixed phrase
Record of online activities
Information about you that stays on the internet because of what you do online.
Příklady
- Be careful about what you post; it becomes part of your digital footprint.
- Be careful what you post; it all becomes part of your digital footprint.
- Employers sometimes check applicants’ digital footprints before hiring.
- Employers sometimes check a candidate's digital footprint before hiring.
- Parents are advised to manage their children's digital footprint from an early age.