electronic map
[ɪ-ˈlek-ˈtɑ-nik mæp]
nounpl: electronic maps
mapa eletrônico
1. A digital representation of a geographic area displayed on a computer, smartphone, or other electronic device, often with interactive features such as zooming, panning, and routing
The GPS uses an electronic map to display the user's current location and navigate to their destination.
O GPS usa um mapa eletrônico para exibir a localização atual do usuário e navegar até seu destino.
2. A visual display of geographic, spatial, or thematic information in digital format that can be manipulated and updated in real-time
The traffic management system relies on electronic maps that update traffic conditions every few minutes.
O sistema de gerenciamento de tráfego depende de mapas eletrônicos que atualizam as condições de tráfego a cada poucos minutos.
Electronic maps have become ubiquitous in both Brazil and the USA, transforming navigation and urban exploration. In Brazil, apps like Google Maps and Waze are essential for navigating traffic in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term 'mapa eletrônico' is used across all age groups and educational levels, reflecting the widespread adoption of digital navigation technology in Brazilian society.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to read an electronic map
to navigate using an electronic map
electronic map application
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