cable charging

[/ˈkeɪ.bəl ˈtʃɑːr.dʒɪŋ/]
noun
carregamento por cabo
1. the process of supplying electrical power to a device through a physical cable connection
Cable charging is still the most reliable method for powering smartphones.
O carregamento por cabo ainda é o método mais confiável para alimentar smartphones.
2. the act of transferring electrical energy from a power source to a rechargeable battery via a wired connection
Many users prefer cable charging over wireless options for faster results.
Muitos usuários preferem o carregamento por cabo em vez de opções sem fio para resultados mais rápidos.
Cable charging remains the dominant charging method globally despite the rise of wireless alternatives. In Brazil, both 'carregamento por cabo' and 'carregamento com fio' are commonly used, with the latter being more colloquial. The term is particularly relevant in consumer electronics discussions and tech support contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
wired chargingplug chargingtethered charginghardwired charging
Antonyms / Antônimos
wireless charginginductive chargingcontactless charging

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carregamento por cabo
standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
carregamento com fio
alternative phrasing using 'com fio' (with wire)
Rio de Janeiro
carregar na tomada
colloquial expression meaning to charge at the outlet
Portugal
carregamento por cabo
same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'carregamento com fio'

Related Words

USB cablepower adaptercharging portbatteryconnectorfast chargingpower delivery

Related Idioms & Phrases

plug it in
charge it up
juice it up
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