choppy connection

[ˈtʃɑpi kəˈnɛkʃən]
nounpl: choppy connections
conexão instável
1. An unstable or intermittent internet or communication connection characterized by frequent interruptions, delays, or disruptions in data transmission
The video call kept freezing because we had a choppy connection.
A videochamada continuava congelando porque tínhamos uma conexão instável.
2. A wireless or network signal that is unreliable and prone to dropouts or buffering
My WiFi is acting up again with a choppy connection in the living room.
Meu WiFi está falhando novamente com uma conexão entrecortada na sala.
This term became increasingly common in both American and Brazilian English during the COVID-19 pandemic due to widespread remote work and video conferencing. In Brazil, technical issues with internet connectivity are frequently discussed in everyday language, especially considering internet infrastructure challenges in some regions. The phrase is widely used in tech support scenarios, online gaming communities, and during virtual meetings across both cultures.
NYC Slang
connection's acting buggy
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unstable connectionpoor connectionweak signalintermittent connectionspotty connectionlaggy connection
Antonyms / Antônimos
stable connectionstrong connectionreliable connectionseamless connectionsmooth connection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conexão instável
Most common translation across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
conexão entrecortada
Also commonly used in urban areas
São Paulo
conexão oscilante
Technical term used in tech communities
Portugal
ligação instável
Portuguese uses 'ligação' instead of 'conexão'

Related Words

latencybandwidthbufferingpacket losssignal strengthWiFiconnectivity

Related Idioms & Phrases

the connection is cutting out
losing the connection
breaking up (referring to a video call with connection issues)
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