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Existing or taking place in a computer-generated, non-physical world. This English loanword is used in German almost exclusively in the context of technology and the internet, often as a synonym for 'virtuell' (virtual).
Die Teilnahme an der Konferenz ist sowohl vor Ort als auch virtual möglich.
Participation in the conference is possible both on site and virtually.
In German, 'virtual' refers almost only to the world of computers and the internet. In English, 'virtual' also has the meaning 'almost' or 'practically' (e.g., 'a virtual stop'). The German word does not have this figurative meaning.
Wir machen eine virtual Tour durch das Museum.
We are taking a virtual tour through the museum.
As an English loanword, 'virtual' is often not declined, especially when it comes after the noun or is used as an adverb. It keeps its base form.
Das Meeting findet heute nur virtual statt.
The meeting is taking place only virtually today.
'Virtual' is used almost exclusively with terms from the digital world. Common combinations are 'virtual Reality' (VR), a 'virtual Meeting,' or a 'virtual Showroom.'
Mit der neuen Brille kann man in die virtual Reality eintauchen.
With the new headset, you can immerse yourself in virtual reality.
online
Online describes availability or use over the internet. Virtual, as an English loanword, emphasizes a computer-generated, non-physical environment and is used in German almost exclusively in technical contexts. A Virtual-Reality-Angebot can also be accessible online.
Die Museumsführung findet als interaktive Tour in Virtual Reality statt.
The museum tour takes place as an interactive tour in virtual reality.
Die Museumsführung ist online über die Website abrufbar.
The museum tour is available online through the website.
