device display

[/dɪˈvaɪs dɪˈspleɪ/]
nounpl: device displays
tela do dispositivo
1. the screen or visual output interface of an electronic device such as a smartphone, tablet, computer monitor, or television
The device display shows a bright OLED screen with vibrant colors.
A tela do dispositivo mostra uma tela OLED brilhante com cores vibrantes.
2. the technical specifications or characteristics of a screen's resolution, brightness, and refresh rate
This smartphone features a high-resolution device display with 120Hz refresh rate.
Este smartphone possui uma tela de dispositivo de alta resolução com taxa de atualização de 120Hz.
3. the arrangement or presentation of visual information on a screen interface
The device display automatically adjusts its brightness based on ambient light.
A tela do dispositivo ajusta automaticamente seu brilho com base na luz ambiente.
The term 'device display' is widely used in Brazil in tech contexts, particularly in marketing and product specifications. In casual conversation, Brazilians typically shorten it to just 'tela' (screen). In Portugal, 'ecrã' is preferred, reflecting the distinction between Brazilian and European Portuguese terminology. The term has become increasingly important with the rise of smartphones and digital technology in everyday life.
NYC Slang
screen; the display
Synonyms / Sinônimos
screenmonitorLCD screenOLED screentouchscreenvisual interface

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tela do dispositivo
most common and widely understood term
Rio de Janeiro
tela
shortened informal version commonly used
São Paulo
display do dispositivo
technical or professional context, borrowed English term
Portugal
ecrã do dispositivo
uses 'ecrã' instead of 'tela' which is more common in European Portuguese

Related Words

resolutionrefresh ratepixelbrightnesscontrastscreen protectordisplay panel

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the display - when something is not visible on screen
on display - when information is shown on the device screen
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