eye fatigue

[/aɪ ˈfætɪɡ/]
nounpl: eye fatigues
cansaço visual
1. A condition of visual discomfort and reduced efficiency of the eyes caused by prolonged use, strain, or lack of rest
After working on the computer for eight hours, I experienced significant eye fatigue.
Após trabalhar no computador por oito horas, experimentei um cansaço visual significativo.
2. The sensation of tired, strained, or irritated eyes resulting from intense visual activity without adequate breaks
Eye fatigue can be reduced by following the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
O cansaço visual pode ser reduzido seguindo a regra 20-20-20: a cada 20 minutos, olhe para algo a 20 metros de distância por 20 segundos.
Eye fatigue has become increasingly common in both Brazilian and American cultures due to prolonged screen time from work, smartphones, and digital entertainment. In Brazil, awareness campaigns about 'cansaço visual' are common in corporate settings and among students. The condition is often discussed in conjunction with workplace wellness programs and ergonomic practices. In the USA, particularly in tech hubs like Silicon Valley, 'digital eye strain' or 'screen fatigue' awareness is part of corporate health initiatives.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
eye strainvisual fatigueasthenopiaeyestrain
Antonyms / Antônimos
visual comforteye relaxation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
cansaço visual
Most common and widely understood term across Brazil
São Paulo
fadiga ocular
More technical/medical term used in ophthalmology contexts
Rio de Janeiro
cansaço nos olhos
Colloquial variation, literally 'tiredness in the eyes'
Portugal
fadiga visual
Preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Words

digital eye straincomputer vision syndromeaccommodationocular discomfortmyopiapresbyopia

Related Idioms & Phrases

screen fatigue
tired eyes
digital fatigue
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