celular
1. relating to or consisting of cells, especially biological cells
Cellular respiration is the process by which cells produce energy.
A respiração celular é o processo pelo qual as células produzem energia.
2. relating to mobile phones or cellular networks
I need to upgrade my cellular plan for better coverage.
Preciso atualizar meu plano celular para melhor cobertura.
3. containing or made up of cells
This fabric has a cellular structure that makes it breathable.
Este tecido tem uma estrutura celular que o torna respirável.
4. a mobile phone or cell phone (noun usage)
She answered her cellular when it rang.
Ela atendeu seu celular quando tocou.
In Brazil, 'celular' is the standard term for mobile phones and is used ubiquitously in everyday conversation. The adjective form is used in scientific and medical contexts, particularly in education and healthcare. In Portugal, while 'celular' is understood scientifically, 'telemóvel' is the preferred term for mobile phones. In the USA, 'cellular' often relates to network infrastructure, while 'cell phone' is more colloquial.
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