technically
gb/tˈɛknɪkli/ us/tˈɛknɪkli/
B1
Inglês
~ 5500
Aceções
0 aceções
adverb
B1
relation
1
according to exact rules or facts
Used to say that something is true in a very strict or exact way, even if people do not usually think about it like that.
Padrão de uso:
"technically, [clause]"
Erro comum:
Learners often confuse "technically" with "practically." "Technically" means something is true by exact rules or definitions, while "practically" means something is true in real life or in most situations, even if not perfect. For example, "Technically, it’s still summer" (the calendar says so) vs. "Practically, it’s already winter" (the weather feels like winter).
Sinónimos
strictly (Emphasizes following rules or definitions very closely; a bit more formal and less conversational than "technically".)
|
formally (Focuses on what is true under official rules or procedures, often in legal or official contexts.)
Antónimos
loosely (Describes using language or rules in a more free, not exact way, the opposite of "technically" in this sense.)
Colocações
technically speaking
|technically correct
|technically true
|technically illegal
|technically possible
|technically right
Temas
language
|law
|logic
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- Technically, you’re right, but that’s not what the question was asking.
- The bar is technically a restaurant because it serves food until midnight.
- She’s technically still married, even though they’ve lived apart for years.
- The movie is technically a comedy, but many people find it very dark.
- He is technically my boss, although we almost never work together.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- Technically, I am still a student because I have one exam left.
- The shop is technically open, but there are no workers inside.
- He is technically not allowed to drive yet.
- This word is technically correct, but people do not use it today.
- She is technically part of the team, but she works from home.
adverb
B2
relation
2
in terms of skill or technology
Used to talk about how good something is in skill, detail, or technology, not about emotion or general feeling.
Padrão de uso:
"technically [adjective]"
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse the idea of "technical" as in "technology" with "technique" (skill). "Technically" in this sense can refer to both technology (computers, machines) and technical skill (how well someone performs a task). Position is also important: it usually comes before an adjective (e.g., "technically complex," not "complex technically" in most natural sentences).
Sinónimos
in technical terms (More explicit and slightly more formal way to say that you are talking about the technical side of something.)
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from a technical standpoint (Formal phrase often used in professional or academic contexts to mean the same technical perspective.)
Antónimos
artistically (Focuses on artistic or emotional quality instead of technical quality, often contrasted with "technically" about performances or works of art.)
Colocações
technically advanced
|technically skilled
|technically challenging
|technically demanding
|technically complex
|technically proficient
Temas
technology
|work
|art
|science
Exemplos
- The film is technically brilliant, but the story is weak.
- She’s a technically skilled pianist, with perfect control and timing.
- The project is technically possible, but it would be very expensive.
- This game is technically impressive, with very realistic graphics.
- His presentation was technically accurate but hard to follow.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The new phone is technically very advanced.
- He is technically very strong as a guitar player.
- The plan is technically possible, but it is not easy.
- Her report is technically correct, but it is not clear.
- The software is technically complex for new users.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
technically
IPA
GB/tˈɛknɪkli/
US/tˈɛknɪkli/
Sílabas e acento
tech - nic - ally (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (tech)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: technically
- Plural: technicallies
Família de palavras
Forms
technicallies
noun
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
nontechnical
adjective
Advanced or less common
technicality
noun
technologist
noun
Expressões
technically correct
1/tˈɛknɪkli kɚˈɛkt/
fixed phrase
right by strict rules only
Correct if you follow the exact rules or facts, but maybe not helpful or not fully right in a wider or practical way.
Exemplos
- Your answer is technically correct, but it doesn’t explain the process.
- The statement is technically correct, yet it may mislead readers.
technically speaking
1/tˈɛknɪkli spˈikɪŋ/
fixed phrase
strictly or exactly speaking
Used before a statement to show you are talking in a very strict or exact way, following rules or definitions.
Exemplos
- Technically speaking, this is not a tax; it’s a service fee.
- Technically speaking, whales are mammals, not fish.
technically true
1/tˈɛknɪkli tɹˈu/
fixed phrase
true in a very strict sense
True when you look at the exact facts or words, but not completely true in a normal, everyday way.
Exemplos
- It’s technically true that he resigned, but he was under a lot of pressure to do so.
- Saying we "won" is technically true, but the result was very close.