Beta (en. Beta)

/ˈbeta/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
System used in programming that is in a testing phase.
The beta version of the software has bugs that need to be fixed.
La versión beta del software tiene errores que deben corregirse.
Parameter in statistics that represents a coefficient.
The beta is used to calculate risks in investments.
El beta se utiliza para calcular riesgos en inversiones.
adjective
That it is a preliminary version of a product.
The application was released in beta version to receive feedback from users.
La aplicación se lanzó en versión beta para recibir comentarios de los usuarios.

Etymology

From the Greek 'beta', which represents the second letter of the Greek alphabet.

Common Phrases and Expressions

beta version
It refers to software or a product in a testing phase before its final release.
versión beta
beta test
Similar to beta versions, used for evaluation before their definitive use.
beta de prueba

Related Words

alpha
First letter of the Greek alphabet, symbol of leadership.
alfa
gamma
Third letter of the Greek alphabet, often used in science and mathematics.
gamma

Slang Meanings

Person considered weak or submissive.
Don’t be a beta, stand up for your opinion.
No seas un beta, defiende tu opinión.
Someone who follows others instead of leading.
The group needs a leader, not a beta.
El grupo necesita un líder, no un beta.