LCD technology

[ɛl siː diː tɛkˈnɑːlədʒi]
nounpl: LCD technologies
tecnologia LCD
1. A display technology that uses liquid crystals to produce images on screens, commonly used in televisions, computer monitors, and mobile devices
LCD technology has revolutionized how we view digital content on everyday devices.
A tecnologia LCD revolucionou a forma como visualizamos conteúdo digital em dispositivos do dia a dia.
2. A method of controlling light transmission through liquid crystal materials using electrical signals
The brightness of an LCD screen is controlled by adjusting the alignment of liquid crystals.
O brilho de uma tela LCD é controlado ajustando-se o alinhamento dos cristais líquidos.
LCD technology became the dominant display standard globally in the 2000s, replacing CRT monitors. In Brazil and Portugal, this term is widely used in retail, electronics manufacturing, and consumer markets. The acronym LCD is universally recognized and often used without translation in technical discussions across both English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
liquid crystal display technologyLCD displayflat-panel display technology
Antonyms / Antônimos
CRT technologyplasma technologyOLED technology

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tecnologia LCD
Standard term used in technical and commercial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
tecnologia de cristal líquido
More formal or descriptive alternative less commonly used
São Paulo
tecnologia LCD
Preferred in tech industry and business sectors
Portugal
tecnologia LCD
Standard term; sometimes expanded as 'tecnologia de apresentação por cristais líquidos'

Related Words

liquid crystaldisplay screenbacklightpixelresolutionLED technologymonitor

Related Idioms & Phrases

LCD screen
LCD monitor
LCD display
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