home automation

[/hoʊm ɔːtəˈmeɪʃən/]
nounfeminine
automação residencial
1. The use of computer or mobile technology to control and automate household systems and appliances such as lighting, heating, security, and entertainment
Home automation allows you to control your lights and thermostat from your smartphone.
A automação residencial permite que você controle suas luzes e termostato pelo seu smartphone.
2. Smart home technology that integrates various devices and systems for convenience, energy efficiency, and security
The new house features advanced home automation with voice-activated controls.
A nova casa possui automação residencial avançada com controles ativados por voz.
Home automation has become increasingly popular in Brazil, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro among middle and upper-class residents seeking energy efficiency and security. In Portuguese, 'domótica' is the European term while 'automação residencial' is preferred in Brazil. The concept is often associated with modern living and technological advancement in both English and Portuguese-speaking cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
smart homedomoticshome control systembuilding automation
Antonyms / Antônimos
manual controltraditional home

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
automação residencial
Most common and standard term throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
automação residencial / casa inteligente
Both terms used interchangeably in urban areas
São Paulo
automação residencial / automação do lar
Tech-savvy region uses English 'home automation' directly in tech circles
Portugal
domótica / automação residencial
Domótica is the preferred European Portuguese term

Related Words

IoT (Internet of Things)smart devicessmart speakersmart lightingthermostatsecurity systemhome network

Related Idioms & Phrases

smart home technology
connected home
intelligent building
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