allow connection

[/əˈlaʊ kəˈnɛkʃən/]
verb phrase
permitir conexão
1. To grant or enable permission for two or more devices, systems, or entities to establish a link or communicate with each other
The firewall will allow connection to the secure server after authentication.
O firewall vai permitir conexão ao servidor seguro após autenticação.
2. To facilitate access or contact between parties or networks
Please allow connection to the Bluetooth device to sync your phone.
Por favor, permita a conexão ao dispositivo Bluetooth para sincronizar seu telefone.
3. To authorize network traffic or communication protocols
The system administrator will allow connection requests from trusted IP addresses.
O administrador de sistemas vai permitir solicitações de conexão de endereços IP confiáveis.
This phrase is primarily used in technical, IT, and telecommunications contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, 'permitir conexão' is the standard formal term used in software interfaces, technical documentation, and customer support. The phrase reflects the globalized nature of technology, where English terms often influence Portuguese tech vocabulary, especially in urban centers like São Paulo.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
permit connectionenable connectionauthorize connectionaccept connectiongrant access
Antonyms / Antônimos
deny connectionblock connectionrefuse connectionprevent connectiondisconnect

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
permitir conexão
most common usage in technical and general contexts
São Paulo
permitir conexão / liberar conexão
both forms used in business and IT environments
Rio de Janeiro
permitir conexão
standard usage in technical support and telecommunications
Portugal
permitir ligação / permitir conexão
ligação is more traditional; conexão is increasingly used in modern tech

Related Words

networkpermissionauthenticationfirewallaccess controlconnectivity

Related Idioms & Phrases

allow connection to proceed
allow connection to be established
allow connection without restrictions
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