Visual (en. Visual)

/biˈzual/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which is perceived by sight.
Graphic design is a form of visual communication.
El diseño gráfico es una forma de comunicación visual.
That which is related to image or figure.
Visual aids facilitate learning.
Las ayudas visuales facilitan el aprendizaje.
That which has to do with visual perception.
Visual art includes painting, sculpture, and photography.
El arte visual incluye pintura, escultura y fotografía.

Etymology

From the Latin 'visualis', which means 'related to sight'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

visual effect
An effect that is appreciated through sight.
efecto visual
visual art
A form of art that is appreciated through sight.
arte visual
visual perception
The way we interpret the images we see.
percepción visual

Related Words

vision
Ability to see; perception of objects.
visión
image
Visual representation of something.
imagen
photography
Art or practice of creating visual images.
fotografía

Slang Meanings

Visual as something attractive or eye-catching.
That clothing has a great visual style.
Esa ropa tiene un estilo visual genial.
Description of something with high aesthetic impact.
The show was very visual.
El espectáculo fue muy visual.