coaxial cables

[/koʊˈæk.ʃəl ˈkeɪ.bəlz/]
nounpl: coaxial cables
cabos coaxiais
1. Electrical cables consisting of an inner conductor surrounded by a tubular insulating layer and an outer conductive shield, used for transmitting electrical signals with minimal interference
The television was connected to the antenna using coaxial cables.
A televisão foi conectada à antena usando cabos coaxiais.
2. Cables commonly used in telecommunications, cable television, and computer networking applications
Coaxial cables are essential for high-speed internet connections in many homes.
Os cabos coaxiais são essenciais para conexões de internet de alta velocidade em muitas casas.
3. Shielded cables designed to reduce electromagnetic interference and signal loss
The technician replaced the old coaxial cables with new ones to improve signal quality.
O técnico substituiu os cabos coaxiais antigos por novos para melhorar a qualidade do sinal.
Coaxial cables are fundamental infrastructure in both Brazilian and American telecommunications. In Brazil, they are extensively used for cable television distribution and internet services, particularly in urban areas. The technology is industry-standard globally, and the terminology remains consistent across English and Portuguese-speaking regions. Understanding coaxial cables is essential for technicians and IT professionals in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
coax cablesRG cablesshielded cablesRF cables
Antonyms / Antônimos
unshielded twisted pairfiber optic cableswireless transmission

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cabos coaxiais
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
cabos coaxiais
Common in technical and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
cabos coaxiais
Same usage as other regions
Portugal
cabos coaxiais
Identical term used in Portuguese European context

Related Words

connectorimpedanceelectromagnetic shieldingsignal transmissionbandwidthattenuation

Related Idioms & Phrases

run a coaxial cable
shield interference with coaxial cables
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