multi-tenant architecture

[ˈmʌlti ˈtenənt ɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃər]
nounfemininepl: arquiteturas multi-tenant
arquitetura multi-inquilino
1. A software architecture design where a single instance of an application serves multiple customers (tenants), with each tenant's data isolated and segregated
The SaaS platform uses a multi-tenant architecture to efficiently serve thousands of companies with a single codebase.
A plataforma SaaS utiliza uma arquitetura multi-inquilino para servir eficientemente milhares de empresas com um único código-base.
2. A cloud computing model where infrastructure, applications, and databases are shared among multiple organizations while maintaining data privacy and security
Our multi-tenant architecture allows us to reduce costs while maintaining strict data isolation between customers.
Nossa arquitetura multi-inquilino nos permite reduzir custos enquanto mantemos isolamento rigoroso de dados entre clientes.
This term is primarily used in technology and software development sectors. In Brazil, the English term 'multi-tenant' is frequently retained in technical documentation and discussions, while 'multi-inquilino' serves as the formal Portuguese translation. The concept is central to modern SaaS companies and cloud-native development, becoming increasingly important as Brazilian tech companies adopt cloud-first strategies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shared architectureSaaS architecturecloud-based architecturedistributed multi-tenant system
Antonyms / Antônimos
single-tenant architecturededicated architectureon-premise architecture

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
arquitetura multi-inquilino
Standard term used in tech communities and companies
Brazil (Tech Hub)
arquitetura multi-tenant
Often kept in English in technical documentation
Portugal
arquitetura multi-inquilino
Similar usage to Brazil, though less common in smaller tech markets
São Paulo
arquitetura multi-tenant/multi-inquilino
Both terms widely used in startup and enterprise environments

Related Words

tenant isolationdata segregationcloud computingSaaS (Software as a Service)scalabilityshared infrastructure

Related Idioms & Phrases

shared hosting model
multi-customer infrastructure
tenant isolation strategy
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