aparelho celular

[a.pa.ˈɾe.ʎu se.lu.ˈlaɾ]
nounmasculinepl: aparelhos celulares
cell phone, mobile phone, cellular phone
1. A portable electronic device used for wireless communication, allowing users to make calls, send messages, and access data networks
She forgot her cell phone at home this morning.
Ela esqueceu o seu aparelho celular em casa esta manhã.
2. A smartphone or mobile device capable of computing functions beyond basic calling and texting
Modern cell phones are equipped with high-quality cameras and internet connectivity.
Os aparelhos celulares modernos têm câmeras de alta qualidade e conectividade com a internet.
In Brazil, 'aparelho celular' is the formal term, but 'celular' is far more common in everyday speech. Mobile phones are ubiquitous in Brazilian culture, with widespread use across all social classes. The term reflects Brazil's adoption of cellular technology and the importance of mobile communication in daily life. SMS and messaging apps like WhatsApp are integral to Brazilian social and business communication.
NYC Slang
cell, mobile, phone
Synonyms / Sinônimos
celulartelefone celularmóvelsmartphonetelefone móvel
Antonyms / Antônimos
telefone fixotelefone de linha

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aparelho celular / celular
Most common formal term; 'celular' is the shortened, everyday version
Rio de Janeiro
celular
Locals typically use the shortened form in casual speech
São Paulo
celular / aparelho
Both forms are widely used; 'aparelho' is also generic for any device
Portugal
telemóvel / telemovel
Portuguese Portuguese uses 'telemóvel' instead; 'aparelho celular' is less common

Related Words

chipbateriatela sensível ao toqueaplicativooperadorasinal

Related Idioms & Phrases

deixar o celular descarregar (to let one's phone battery die)
vibrar no bolso (phone vibrating in your pocket - figuratively, anticipating a call)
estar com o celular desligado (to have one's phone turned off)
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