circulatory system

[/ˈsɜːrkjələtɔːri ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: circulatory systems
sistema circulatório
1. The network of blood vessels and the heart that transports blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout the body
The circulatory system is responsible for delivering oxygen to all cells in the body.
O sistema circulatório é responsável por entregar oxigênio a todas as células do corpo.
2. The bodily system consisting of the heart, blood vessels, and blood that circulates nutrients and oxygen
A healthy circulatory system is essential for overall well-being.
Um sistema circulatório saudável é essencial para o bem-estar geral.
The term 'sistema circulatório' is used uniformly in both Brazilian and European Portuguese medical education and healthcare settings. In both cultures, understanding cardiovascular health is increasingly important due to rising rates of heart disease and hypertension, making this technical term part of common health literacy discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cardiovascular systemblood circulation systemvascular system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
sistema circulatório
Standard term used in medical and educational contexts throughout Brazil
Portugal
sistema circulatório
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; universally understood in European Portuguese
Medical/Academic Portuguese
aparelho circulatório
Alternative formal term sometimes used in medical literature

Related Words

heartblood vesselsarteryveincapillaryblood pressuremetabolismoxygen transport

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep the blood flowing
get the heart pumping
improve circulation
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