Meaning
虚拟 refers to something that exists in appearance or effect but not in physical reality. It commonly describes digital simulations, computer-generated environments, or hypothetical scenarios. As a verb, it means to simulate or create a virtual version of something.
Usage
This term is extremely common in technology contexts, especially when discussing virtual reality (虚拟现实), virtual currency, online identities, or computer simulations. It can also describe hypothetical or imaginary situations in formal writing. The tone is neutral to technical rather than colloquial.
Examples
- 01他每天花很多时间在虚拟世界里玩游戏。.He spends a lot of time every day playing games in the virtual world.
- 02这家公司开发了一个虚拟现实培训系统。.This company developed a virtual reality training system.
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Common collocations
- 虚拟现实virtual reality (VR)
- 虚拟货币virtual currency, cryptocurrency
- 虚拟世界virtual world
- 虚拟环境virtual environment
Antonyms
Origin
虚 originally meant empty or void, while 拟 means to imitate or simulate. Together they form the concept of creating an imitation or simulation that appears real but lacks physical substance.