adjustable angle

[/əˈdʒʌstəbəl ˈæŋɡəl/]
noun phrasepl: adjustable angles
ângulo ajustável
1. An angle that can be modified or changed to different degrees of measurement, typically in mechanical, geometric, or technical contexts
The lamp has an adjustable angle that allows you to direct light exactly where you need it.
A luminária possui um ângulo ajustável que permite direcionar a luz exatamente onde você precisa.
2. A feature in tools, equipment, or furniture that permits variations in angular position or orientation
The desk chair features an adjustable angle backrest for better ergonomic support.
A cadeira de escritório possui um encosto com ângulo ajustável para melhor suporte ergonômico.
This term is predominantly technical and used in industrial, furniture, automotive, and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it's commonly found in product descriptions for office furniture and lighting equipment. The concept emphasizes ergonomic design and user customization, which are increasingly valued in modern product design across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
variable angleflexible anglemodifiable anglemovable angle
Antonyms / Antônimos
fixed anglerigid anglestatic angle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ângulo ajustável
Most common and standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
ângulo ajustável / ângulo regulável
Both terms equally used in industrial and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ângulo ajustável
Standard usage, sometimes simplified to just 'ângulo' in casual speech
Portugal
ângulo ajustável
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; sometimes 'ângulo regulável' is preferred in technical documentation

Related Words

adjustableangleinclinationorientationflexibilitydegrees

Related Idioms & Phrases

get the angle on something
work at different angles
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