hidden screen

[ˈhɪdən skriːn]
nounpl: hidden screens
tela oculta
1. A screen or display that is concealed, covered, or not immediately visible to the user
The hidden screen behind the mirror revealed the apartment's security system.
A tela oculta atrás do espelho revelou o sistema de segurança do apartamento.
2. In technology, a display or interface that is obscured or requires activation to be viewed
The developer mode activated a hidden screen with diagnostic tools.
O modo de desenvolvedor ativou uma tela oculta com ferramentas de diagnóstico.
3. An architectural or decorative element that conceals a view or separates spaces
The designer installed a hidden screen to divide the living room without permanent walls.
O designer instalou uma tela oculta para dividir a sala de estar sem paredes permanentes.
The term is primarily used in modern technology and interior design contexts in Brazil. In tech, it often refers to developer modes or hidden UI elements, while in design, it describes architectural screens used in contemporary Brazilian homes to create flexible spaces without permanent divisions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
concealed screencovered displayobscured screenhidden panel
Antonyms / Antônimos
visible screenexposed displayopen screen

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tela oculta
Standard term used in technology and design contexts
São Paulo
tela escondida
Alternative colloquial term more commonly used in urban areas
Rio de Janeiro
tela oculta
Preferred in formal and technical contexts
Portugal
ecrã oculto
Uses 'ecrã' instead of 'tela'; formal European Portuguese variant

Related Words

partitiondisplayinterfaceconcealmentarchitectural screen

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind the scenes
out of sight, out of mind
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