generator set
[/ˈdʒɛnəreɪtər sɛt/]
nounpl: generator sets
gerador de energia
1. A complete power generation unit consisting of an engine (diesel, gasoline, or natural gas) coupled to an electrical generator, designed to produce electricity independently
The construction site installed a generator set to power the tools and equipment.
O canteiro de obras instalou um gerador de energia para alimentar as ferramentas e equipamentos.
2. A portable or stationary apparatus used as backup power during electrical outages or in remote locations without grid access
We rented a generator set for the outdoor event to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
Alugamos um gerador de energia para o evento ao ar livre para garantir o fornecimento ininterrupto de energia.
Generator sets are extremely common in Brazil due to frequent power outages in many regions and the prevalence of construction sites. The term 'grupo gerador' is deeply embedded in Brazilian Portuguese technical vocabulary, particularly in construction, telecommunications, and industrial sectors. In the USA, generator sets are essential for emergency preparedness, outdoor events, and remote locations. The equipment is a standard backup solution in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
backup generator - emergency power source
portable power solution - mobile electricity generation
power independence - self-sufficient electricity generation
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