charging dock

[CHAR-jing dok]
nounpl: charging docks
estação de carregamento
1. A device or station designed to hold and charge electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, or laptops through electrical contact or wireless technology
I placed my phone on the charging dock overnight to ensure it was fully charged by morning.
Coloquei meu telefone na estação de carregamento durante a noite para garantir que estivesse totalmente carregado pela manhã.
2. A dedicated platform or station that allows devices to recharge without manual cable connection
The wireless charging dock is conveniently located on my desk.
A estação de carregamento sem fio está convenientemente localizada na minha mesa.
The term 'charging dock' is predominantly used in technology and consumer electronics contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's often simply called 'estação de carregamento' or the English term 'dock' is used interchangeably in tech communities. The rise of smartphones and wireless technology has made this term increasingly common in everyday Brazilian Portuguese, particularly among younger, tech-savvy populations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
charging stationdocking stationcharging cradlepower dock

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estação de carregamento
Most common term used in Brazil
São Paulo
dock de carregamento
English term 'dock' often used alongside Portuguese in tech-savvy urban areas
Rio de Janeiro
carregador de encaixe
Alternative phrase emphasizing the docking mechanism
Portugal
estação de carregamento
Similar usage to Brazil, though 'base de carregamento' is also acceptable

Related Words

batterychargeradapterwireless chargingUSB portpower supply
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