Blu-ray

[/ˈbluː reɪ/]
nounmasculinepl: Blu-rays
Blu-ray
1. A digital optical disc storage format designed to supersede the DVD, offering higher storage capacity and superior video quality, typically used for movies and high-definition content
I bought the Blu-ray version of the movie for better picture quality.
Comprei a versão em Blu-ray do filme para melhor qualidade de imagem.
2. A disc formatted according to the Blu-ray standard containing audio, video, or data files
The director's cut is only available on Blu-ray.
A versão do diretor só está disponível em Blu-ray.
3. A device or player that reads and plays Blu-ray discs
I need to buy a Blu-ray player for my living room.
Preciso comprar um player de Blu-ray para minha sala.
Blu-ray technology represents a significant shift in home entertainment and remains popular in Brazil and Portugal despite the rise of streaming services. It is particularly valued by cinephiles and collectors who prioritize video and audio quality. The term is used as-is in Portuguese without translation, as it is a brand name and technological standard. In Brazil, physical media stores still stock Blu-ray titles alongside DVDs, though their market share has diminished with streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
BDBlu-ray discoptical disc
Antonyms / Antônimos
DVDVHSstreaming

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Blu-ray
Standard usage; sometimes spelled 'blu-ray' in lowercase in informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
Blu-ray
Common usage; may be pronounced with Portuguese phonetics
São Paulo
Blu-ray
Widely used in tech and entertainment industries
Portugal
Blu-ray
Same usage as Brazil; sometimes called 'disco Blu-ray' for clarity

Related Words

DVDoptical media4K Ultra HD Blu-raydisc playerhigh-definitionstorage format

Related Idioms & Phrases

upgrade to Blu-ray - to switch from an older format to Blu-ray for better quality
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