driving range

[/ˈdraɪvɪŋ reɪndʒ/]
nounpl: driving ranges
campo de prática de golfe
1. An open area where golfers can practice hitting golf balls, typically with targets at various distances
I spent two hours at the driving range perfecting my swing before the tournament.
Passei duas horas no campo de prática de golfe aperfeiçoando meu swing antes do torneio.
2. The maximum distance that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel or full battery charge
The electric car has a driving range of 300 miles on a single charge.
O carro elétrico tem uma autonomia de 300 milhas com uma única carga.
Golf is less ubiquitous in Brazil than in English-speaking countries, so 'driving range' is primarily used among golf enthusiasts. In automotive contexts, 'autonomia' (range) has become increasingly important with the rise of electric vehicles in Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
practice rangegolf rangeshooting range (for vehicles)autonomy (for vehicles)

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
campo de prática de golfe
Most common translation for golf practice facility
Brazil (automotive)
autonomia
Used specifically for vehicle fuel or battery range
São Paulo
range de golfe
Sometimes uses English term directly in golf contexts
Portugal
campo de treino de golfe
Portuguese usage with slight variation in terminology

Related Words

golf courseputting greenteegolf ballfuel efficiencybattery capacity

Related Idioms & Phrases

extend the driving range
within driving range
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