va
va — abbreviation
1. the two letters written in place of the full state name Virginia on US addresses
the two letters written in place of the full state name Virginia on US addresses, forms, maps, and road signs.
Theo wrote 'Richmond, VA' on the last line of the envelope.
city, VA on a US mailing address
The online form changed Virginia to VA after Nia picked the state.
full state name shortened on a form
A road sign near Washington welcomed drivers crossing into VA.
Cole checked whether the parcel should go to VA or MD.
- Virginia
the full state name used in regular speech and full writing
文法句型
city, VA
Virginia -> VA
VA or MD
用法筆記
Mostly seen in compact written contexts such as addresses, forms, and maps. In ordinary speech and full sentences, people usually say or write 'Virginia' instead.
常見錯誤
2. the short form for software or a smart device feature that listens to spoken req
the short form for software or a smart device feature that listens to spoken requests and helps with tasks like reminders, music, or directions.
Faisal asked the VA on his phone to set a timer.
ask the VA to + verb command pattern
When Pim said 'play jazz', the kitchen VA found a playlist.
spoken request to a smart device
The car's VA read Manuela's next turn aloud during the storm.
A noisy cafe made the VA mishear Kian's dinner request.
- virtual assistant
the full expression behind this abbreviation
- voice assistant
common when the spoken-command feature is the main point
文法句型
ask the VA to + verb
the VA on + device
VA + verb
用法筆記
Usually refers to a digital system inside a phone, speaker, car, or app. Use this sense when the assistant responds with software actions rather than human office work.
常見錯誤
3. the letters used for the US department that gives support, money, and care to fo
the letters used for the US department that gives support, money, and care to former members of the armed forces.
The VA approved Elena's hospital travel payment after two weeks.
the VA as a government agency
A sign outside the clinic said it was funded by the VA.
VA linked to clinics and public services
Manuela called the VA about her father's lost benefits card.
Former soldiers gathered at the VA center for job advice.
- Veterans Affairs
the usual full name behind the abbreviation
- Department of Veterans Affairs
the formal complete government title
文法句型
the VA + verb
VA benefits
VA hospital
用法筆記
This sense is specific to the United States and usually appears with 'the'. It often comes before words such as 'hospital', 'clinic', 'benefits', or 'claim'.
常見錯誤
4. the short form for a person who does support work online for one or more clients
the short form for a person who does support work online for one or more clients from another location, often from home.
Talia's VA answers customer emails before the shop opens.
my VA + verb for remote admin work
The dentist hired a VA in Cebu to confirm appointments.
hire a VA for online support tasks
Each morning, Rachid sends his VA a list of invoices.
Because Cole travels often, his VA books trains and hotels online.
- virtual assistant
the full expression for this remote-work job title
- remote assistant
a clearer full phrase when the off-site work setup matters
文法句型
hire a VA
my VA + verb
VA for + task
用法筆記
Unlike the device sense, this one means a real worker. It is common in online business talk about email, booking, billing, and calendar tasks.
常見錯誤
5. the short form for an actor who records the speaking voice of a character in ani
the short form for an actor who records the speaking voice of a character in animation, games, adverts, or dubbed films.
The studio chose Nia as the VA for the dragon queen.
the VA for + character role
During the game launch, fans praised the VA behind the robot pilot.
used in animation and game fandom
A short film needed a VA who could sound like a tired dad.
After recording all day, Theo left the VA booth with tea.
- voice actor
the full and most common expression
- voice artist
an industry alternative, sometimes slightly broader in style
文法句型
the VA for + character
hire a VA
VA booth
用法筆記
Used mainly in animation, gaming, and dubbing circles. The abbreviation often appears when people discuss casting or the person behind a specific character's voice.