home internet

[/hoʊm ˈɪntərnɛt/]
nounpl: home internets
internet residencial
1. Internet service provided to a residential address for personal use by household members
We upgraded our home internet speed to support remote work and streaming.
Atualizamos a velocidade da nossa internet residencial para suportar trabalho remoto e streaming.
2. The broadband connection and associated infrastructure installed in a home
My home internet went down during the storm, so I couldn't finish my project.
Minha internet residencial caiu durante a tempestade, então não consegui terminar meu projeto.
3. The service plan and monthly subscription for residential internet access
The cost of home internet has increased significantly in recent years.
O custo da internet residencial aumentou significativamente nos últimos anos.
In Brazil, 'internet residencial' is the formal/official term used by ISPs and service providers, while casual speech often uses 'internet de casa' or 'internet da casa'. Access to reliable home internet has become increasingly important for remote work and education, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. In Portugal, 'internet doméstica' is the preferred term. The digital divide regarding home internet access remains a significant issue in both countries, especially in rural areas.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
residential internethousehold internetbroadband at homedomestic internet connection
Antonyms / Antônimos
mobile internetpublic wifioffice internet

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
internet residencial
most common formal term used across Brazil
São Paulo
internet de casa
casual, colloquial usage more prevalent in everyday speech
Rio de Janeiro
internet da casa
similar colloquial variation
Portugal
internet doméstica
European Portuguese preference for 'doméstica' over 'residencial'

Related Words

broadbandwifiinternet service provider (ISP)routerbandwidthconnection speedfiber optic

Related Idioms & Phrases

having a good home internet connection
upgrading your home internet
troubleshooting home internet problems
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