ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ

privacy

gb/pɹˈaɪvəsi/ us/pɹˈaɪvəsi/
B1 ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ
~ 200
ਅਰਥ
0 ਅਰਥ
ਨਾਂਵ B1 state
1

freedom from unwanted attention

When you are alone or people do not see or disturb you.

ਵਰਤੋਂ ਦਾ ਢਾਂਚਾ: [someone]'s privacy
ਆਮ ਗਲਤੀ:
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').
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
seclusion (Suggests being physically apart from others, often in a quiet place.) | confidentiality (Focuses on keeping information secret rather than personal space.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
publicity (Exposure to public attention, the opposite of being private.) | exposure (Being visible or known to others, often unwillingly.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
right to privacy |invasion of privacy |protect privacy |privacy concerns |privacy settings
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
daily life |law |personal rights |daily_life |relationships |core_vocabulary
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.
ਨਾਂਵ B2 entity
2

control of personal data

The right to choose what information about you other people can know or share.

ਆਮ ਗਲਤੀ:
Learners may confuse 'privacy policy' with 'terms of service', which cover different aspects of using a service.
ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
data protection (More technical term focusing on safeguarding digital information.)
ਵਿਲੋਮ ਸ਼ਬਦ
data breach (An incident where private information is accessed without permission.)
ਸ਼ਬਦ-ਜੋੜ
privacy policy |online privacy |data privacy |privacy protection
ਵਿਸ਼ੇ
technology |law |personal rights |core_vocabulary
ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.
ਸਿਖਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • I care about my online privacy.
  • The website has a privacy policy.
  • Privacy on the internet is important.
  • They work to protect data privacy.
ਵਿਆਕਰਨ
ਸ਼ਬਦਕੋਸ਼ੀ ਰੂਪ
privacy
IPA
GB/pɹˈaɪvəsi/
US/pɹˈaɪvəsi/
ਸਿਲੇਬਲ ਅਤੇ ਜ਼ੋਰ
pri - vacy (2 ਸਿਲੇਬਲ)
Stress on 1st syllable (pri)
ਸ਼ਬਦ ਰੂਪ
Noun
  • Base: privacy
  • Plural: privacy
ਸ਼ਬਦ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ
Core family
private adjective A2 privately adverb B1
Related words
privatize verb C1 privatization noun C1
Negative and opposite forms
public adjective A2 publicly adverb B2
ਅਭਿਵੈਕਤੀਆਂ

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.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • 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.

ਉਦਾਹਰਨਾਂ
  • You should read the website's privacy policy before signing up.
  • The app updated its privacy policy last month.

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