cellular networks

[ˈsɛljələr ˈnɛtwɜrks]
nounpl: cellular networks
redes celulares
1. A telecommunications network distributed over land areas called cells, each served by at least one fixed-location transceiver (cell site or base station), used for mobile communication
Cellular networks enable people to make calls and send data from their mobile phones anywhere within coverage areas.
As redes celulares permitem que as pessoas façam chamadas e enviem dados de seus telefones celulares em qualquer lugar dentro das áreas de cobertura.
2. A system of interconnected base stations that provide wireless coverage to mobile devices across geographic regions
The expansion of cellular networks in rural areas has improved connectivity for isolated communities.
A expansão das redes celulares nas áreas rurais melhorou a conectividade para comunidades isoladas.
3. Infrastructure supporting mobile communication technologies such as 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G
Modern cellular networks offer faster data speeds and better reliability than previous generations.
As redes celulares modernas oferecem velocidades de dados mais rápidas e melhor confiabilidade do que gerações anteriores.
In Brazil, cellular networks are referred to as 'redes celulares' or 'redes de telefonia móvel.' The term is widely used in technical, business, and everyday contexts. Major Brazilian carriers include Vivo, Claro, Oi, and TIM. The importance of cellular networks in Brazil has grown significantly due to widespread mobile adoption and the need for coverage expansion in remote areas. In Portugal, 'redes celulares' and 'redes móveis' are both acceptable, with 'telemóvel' being the preferred term for mobile phone rather than 'celular.'
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mobile networkswireless networkscell phone networkstelecom networksredes móveisredes sem fio
Antonyms / Antônimos
wired networksfixed-line networksredes fixasredes cabeadas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
redes celulares
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
redes celulares / redes de telefonia móvel
Both terms commonly used in business and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
redes celulares
Standard usage, sometimes informally called 'redes de celular'
Portugal
redes celulares / redes de telemóvel
Portuguese Portuguese may use 'telemóvel' instead of 'celular'; 'redes móveis' also common

Related Words

base stationcell tower5GLTEfrequency spectrumroamingcoverage areamobile devicesestação basetorre de transmissãoespectro de frequência

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of cellular network coverage - fora da cobertura da rede celular
cellular network provider - operadora de rede celular
cellular network infrastructure - infraestrutura de rede celular
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