LED bulb

[/ɛl.ɛd bʌlb/]
nounfemininepl: LED bulbs
lâmpada LED
1. A light bulb that uses light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as the source of light, known for energy efficiency and longevity
I replaced all the incandescent bulbs in my house with LED bulbs to save on electricity costs.
Substituí todas as lâmpadas incandescentes da minha casa por lâmpadas LED para economizar energia.
2. A solid-state lighting device that produces light through semiconductor technology rather than heat
LED bulbs last much longer than traditional light bulbs and generate less heat.
As lâmpadas LED duram muito mais que as lâmpadas tradicionais e geram menos calor.
LED bulbs have become increasingly popular in both Brazil and the USA due to government initiatives promoting energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. In Brazil, the adoption accelerated after regulations incentivizing energy-saving solutions. The term 'lâmpada LED' is universally understood in Portuguese-speaking countries as a standard household item representing modern, eco-conscious living.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
LED lamplight-emitting diode bulbsolid-state bulb
Antonyms / Antônimos
incandescent bulbhalogen bulbfluorescent bulb

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lâmpada LED
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
lâmpada LED
Standard usage, sometimes informally called 'LED' only
São Paulo
lâmpada LED
Technical and commercial context widely used
Portugal
lâmpada LED
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; growing adoption in recent years

Related Words

lightingenergy-efficientilluminatewattagebrightnesslumens

Related Idioms & Phrases

go green with LED bulbs
illuminate the future with LED technology
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