be calibrated

[/bi ˈkælɪbreɪtɪd/]
verb
ser calibrado/calibrada
1. to be adjusted or set to a precise standard or measurement
The scale needs to be calibrated before weighing the ingredients.
A balança precisa ser calibrada antes de pesar os ingredientes.
2. to be fine-tuned or adjusted to achieve optimal performance or accuracy
The camera's sensor must be calibrated to capture accurate colors.
O sensor da câmera deve ser calibrado para capturar cores precisas.
3. to be adapted or adjusted to suit particular circumstances or requirements
The training program should be calibrated to meet the needs of different learners.
O programa de treinamento deve ser calibrado para atender às necessidades de diferentes alunos.
The term 'be calibrated' is widely used in technical, scientific, and industrial contexts in both English-speaking and Brazilian Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, it's commonly heard in manufacturing, engineering, and scientific research settings. The concept emphasizes precision and standardization, which are valued in professional and academic environments.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be adjustedbe fine-tunedbe setbe standardizedbe aligned
Antonyms / Antônimos
be misalignedbe distortedbe inaccurate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ser calibrado/calibrada
standard usage in all contexts
Portugal
ser calibrado/calibrada
same usage as Brazilian Portuguese
Technical contexts
estar aferido/aferida
alternative term used in specialized technical fields

Related Words

calibratecalibrationadjustmeasurementprecision

Related Idioms & Phrases

fine-tuned to perfection
set to the right standard
tuned for accuracy
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