loudspeakers

[/ˈlaʊdˌspikərz/]
nounpl: loudspeakers
alto-falantes
1. Electronic devices that convert electrical signals into sound waves, amplifying audio for broadcast to an audience
The concert had powerful loudspeakers positioned throughout the venue.
O concerto tinha alto-falantes poderosos posicionados em todo o local.
2. Sound amplification equipment used in public address systems, entertainment venues, or communication systems
The airport installed new loudspeakers for better announcement clarity.
O aeroporto instalou novos alto-falantes para melhor clareza dos anúncios.
Loudspeakers are integral to Brazilian culture, particularly in music events, carnival celebrations, and public announcements. In Brazil, street parties (festas de rua) commonly feature prominent loudspeaker systems. In the USA, loudspeakers are standard in schools, stadiums, and public venues for emergency announcements and entertainment.
NYC Slang
speakers
Synonyms / Sinônimos
speakersaudio speakerssound systemsamplifiers
Antonyms / Antônimos
microphonesrecording devices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
alto-falantes
Most common and standard term throughout Brazil
São Paulo
alto-falantes / falantes
Often shortened to 'falantes' in casual speech
Rio de Janeiro
alto-falantes / caixas acústicas
Sometimes referred to as 'caixas acústicas' for speaker boxes
Portugal
altifalantes
European Portuguese uses 'altifalantes' as the standard term

Related Words

amplifiermicrophonesound systemspeaker boxwoofertweeteraudio equipment

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak through loudspeakers
blast through loudspeakers
loudspeaker announcement
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