privacy
gb/pɹˈaɪvəsi/ us/pɹˈaɪvəsi/
B1
Inglés
~ 200
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B1
state
1
freedom from unwanted attention
When you are alone or people do not see or disturb you.
Patrón de uso:
[someone]'s privacy
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'privacy' with 'private', using the adjective form when the noun is needed (e.g., 'I need some private' instead of 'I need some privacy').
Sinónimos
seclusion (Suggests being physically apart from others, often in a quiet place.)
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confidentiality (Focuses on keeping information secret rather than personal space.)
Antónimos
publicity (Exposure to public attention, the opposite of being private.)
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exposure (Being visible or known to others, often unwillingly.)
Colocaciones
right to privacy
|invasion of privacy
|protect privacy
|privacy concerns
|privacy settings
Temas
daily life
|law
|personal rights
|daily_life
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- She moved to the countryside for more privacy.
- The curtains were closed to give the family some privacy.
- Celebrities often struggle to maintain their privacy.
- Please respect my privacy and knock before entering.
- He values his privacy above all else.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I need some privacy to make a phone call.
- She closed the door for privacy.
- They want privacy in their home.
- Privacy is important to me.
- He asked for privacy during the meeting.
Sustantivo
B2
entity
2
control of personal data
The right to choose what information about you other people can know or share.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse 'privacy policy' with 'terms of service', which cover different aspects of using a service.
Sinónimos
data protection (More technical term focusing on safeguarding digital information.)
Antónimos
data breach (An incident where private information is accessed without permission.)
Colocaciones
privacy policy
|online privacy
|data privacy
|privacy protection
Temas
technology
|law
|personal rights
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The new app has strong privacy protections.
- Online privacy is a major concern for many users.
- Read the privacy policy before signing up.
- The company was fined for violating customer privacy.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I care about my online privacy.
- The website has a privacy policy.
- Privacy on the internet is important.
- They work to protect data privacy.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
privacy
AFI
GB/pɹˈaɪvəsi/
US/pɹˈaɪvəsi/
Sílabas y acento
pri - vacy (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (pri)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: privacy
- Plural: privacy
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
privacy settings
1/pɹˈaɪvəsi sˈɛtɪŋz/
fixed phrase
software controls for information visibility
Options on a website or app that let you choose who can see your information.
Ejemplos
- Check your privacy settings before posting online.
- She updated her privacy settings to hide her profile.
privacy settings
1/pɹˈaɪvəsi sˈɛtɪŋz/
fixed phrase
personal information controls
options that control who can see your information online
Ejemplos
- Check your privacy settings before you post personal photos.
- The app changed its privacy settings after users complained.
- You can adjust your privacy settings so strangers cannot message you.
right to privacy
1/ɹˈaɪt tə pɹˈaɪvəsi/
fixed phrase
legal/moral freedom from intrusion
The rule that people should be free from others looking into their personal life.
Ejemplos
- Everyone has a right to privacy in their own home.
- The court upheld his right to privacy.
invasion of privacy
1/ɪnvˈeɪʒən əv pɹˈaɪvəsi/
fixed phrase
unwelcome intrusion into private life
When someone looks into or uses your private life, personal information, or personal space without your permission and in a wrong way.
Ejemplos
- Publishing those photos without consent was an invasion of privacy.
- Many people see constant online tracking as an invasion of privacy.
- She sued the magazine for invasion of privacy.
- Publishing the emails without consent was a serious invasion of privacy.
- Hidden cameras in the hotel rooms would be a clear invasion of privacy.
privacy policy
1/pɹˈaɪvəsi pˈɑlɪsi/
fixed phrase
formal
statement on data handling practices
A document that says how a company will collect and use your personal information.
Ejemplos
- The app's privacy policy explains how they use your data.
- Always read the privacy policy before agreeing.
privacy policy
2/pɹˈaɪvəsi pˈɑlɪsi/
fixed phrase
statement on data collection and use
A paper or web page that says how a company uses your personal information.
Ejemplos
- You should read the website's privacy policy before signing up.
- The app updated its privacy policy last month.