accelerators
[/əkˈsɛləreɪtərz/]
nounpl: accelerators
aceleradores
1. Devices or mechanisms that increase speed or velocity
The car's accelerators responded quickly to the driver's touch.
Os aceleradores do carro responderam rapidamente ao toque do motorista.
2. Factors or agents that speed up a process or reaction
Technology accelerators are helping startups grow faster.
Os aceleradores de tecnologia estão ajudando startups a crescerem mais rapidamente.
3. Pedals in vehicles that control engine throttle and increase speed
She pressed the accelerators to pass the slower vehicle.
Ela pressionou os aceleradores para ultrapassar o veículo mais lento.
4. Business programs or organizations that support early-stage companies
Many startups benefit from joining tech accelerators.
Muitas startups se beneficiam de participar de aceleradores de tecnologia.
In Brazil, 'aceleradores' is commonly used both in automotive contexts and in the growing startup/tech ecosystem, particularly in São Paulo where numerous innovation accelerators operate. In the USA, the term has gained prominence with the rise of startup accelerator programs like Y Combinator.
NYC Slang
gas (informal for accelerator pedal)
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