delete cache

[dɪˈlɪt ˈkæʃ]
verb phrase
🇧🇷 limpar cache
1. To remove temporary stored data from a device's memory to free up space or resolve performance issues
If your app is running slowly, try to delete cache from your phone settings.
Se seu aplicativo está funcionando lentamente, tente limpar o cache nas configurações do seu telefone.
2. To clear browser history and temporary internet files stored locally on a computer
Delete cache regularly to improve your browser's speed and protect your privacy.
Limpe o cache regularmente para melhorar a velocidade do seu navegador e proteger sua privacidade.
💡 This is a technical term widely used in both American and Brazilian technology contexts. In Brazil, 'limpar cache' is the standard terminology found in smartphone and computer settings menus. The term is particularly important in tech support scenarios and among younger, tech-savvy populations in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
clear cacheempty cacheremove cacheflush cache
Antonyms / Antônimos
store cachesave cache

Regional Variations

🇧🇷
General Brazilian
limpar cache
Most common and standard translation used in tech support and settings menus
🌴
Rio de Janeiro
limpar cache
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
🏙️
São Paulo
limpar cache
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese; tech hub uses standard terminology
🇵🇹
Portugal
limpar cache / apagar cache
Both forms accepted; 'apagar' more common in European Portuguese

Related Words

cache memorytemporary filesbrowser historycookies

Related Idioms & Phrases

clear your cache
empty the cache
cache cleanup
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