antenna
1. A rod, wire, or other structure by which signals are transmitted or received, typically used in radio, television, or wireless communication
The television antenna needs to be adjusted to receive a better signal.
A antena da televisão precisa ser ajustada para receber um sinal melhor.
2. One of a pair of long, slender appendages on the head of insects, crustaceans, and some other animals, used for sensing
The insect uses its antennae to explore its surroundings.
O inseto usa suas antenas para explorar o ambiente ao seu redor.
3. A figurative sense meaning intuition or sensitivity to detect something
She has good antennae for detecting problems in the company.
Ela tem boas antenas para detectar problemas na empresa.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'antena' is commonly used in both technical contexts (TV, radio, mobile communications) and figurative speech. The expression 'ter boas antenas' (to have good antennae) is frequently used in business and social contexts to describe someone's intuitive ability to sense opportunities or problems. This metaphorical usage is deeply ingrained in Brazilian communication culture.
NYC Slang
antenna / feelers
Related Idioms & Phrases
ter antenas aguçadas (to have sharp antennae - to be perceptive)
sintonizar a antena (to tune the antenna - to pay attention)
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