aplicativo móvel
1. A software application designed to run on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets
I downloaded a mobile app to track my fitness goals.
Baixei um aplicativo móvel para rastrear meus objetivos de fitness.
2. A program that provides specific functionality and services to users on portable devices
The bank's mobile app allows you to check your balance anytime.
O aplicativo móvel do banco permite verificar o saldo a qualquer momento.
In Brazil, 'mobile app' or simply 'app' is ubiquitous in daily conversation, particularly among younger demographics and in tech sectors. The term has become so naturalized that 'app' is often used without qualification. Portuguese speakers increasingly use the English term 'app' alongside the traditional 'aplicativo móvel.' This reflects Brazil's significant mobile-first culture and the rapid adoption of smartphone technology across all socioeconomic levels.
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