Visioconférence
/vi.zjo.kɔ̃.fe.ʁɑ̃s/A meeting or communication session conducted remotely using video technology, allowing participants to see and hear each other in real-time.
La visioconférence a permis à l'équipe de collaborer efficacement malgré la distance.
The video conference allowed the team to collaborate effectively despite the distance.
Commonly used in professional and business contexts, especially since the rise of remote work.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Tools
Popular platforms for visioconférences include Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet.
⚡Gold Rule
Professional Use
In professional settings, always ensure your camera and microphone are properly set up before joining a visioconférence.
📖Word Origin
From the French prefix 'visio-' (from Latin 'visio', meaning 'vision') and 'conférence' (from Latin 'conferentia', meaning 'discussion').
📝Usage Notes
The term became widely used with the advent of internet-based video communication tools in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.