digital
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdɪdʒɪtəl/
KK: /ˈdɪdʒɪtəl/
adjective
Definition
Related to technology that uses numbers to represent information, especially in computers.
Example
Many people prefer digital music over CDs because of its convenience.
Conversation
Have you seen the new digital art exhibit downtown?
Yeah, I went last weekend! It was amazing.
I love how digital art is becoming more popular.
Totally! It's such a unique way to express creativity.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
numerical
virtual
electronic
Antonyms
analog
manual
physical
noun
Definition
A term related to technology that describes information or signals represented in a format that can be processed by computers or electronic devices.
Example
The digital age has transformed how we communicate and access information.
Conversation
Did you see that new piano with digital keys at the store?
Yeah, it looked really cool!
I think using digital keys would make playing so much easier.
Root Explanation
Digital → It is formed from "digitus" (meaning finger or toe in Latin) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "digital" originally referred to something that relates to fingers, particularly in the context of counting or using fingers to represent numbers.
Memory Tip
Think of 'digitus' meaning finger, which helps you remember that 'digital' relates to things that involve fingers, like counting or using devices.
Visually Confused Words
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