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táctil

tactile

adjective TAHK-teel Rare

Also means

touch-screen

Usage Note

Táctil describes anything relating to the sense of touch, from táctil feedback in ergonomics to pantalla táctil (touchscreen). The stress falls on the first syllable, which catches learners off guard. It does not shorten or apocopate before nouns.

Examples

"El teléfono tiene una pantalla táctil muy sensible."

Natural Translation

The phone has a very responsive touchscreen.

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