multimedia messaging

[/ˌmʌltɪˈmiːdiə ˈmɛsɪdʒɪŋ/]
noun
mensagens multimídia
1. A method of electronic communication that allows the transmission of messages containing multiple forms of media such as text, images, audio, and video
Multimedia messaging has become the standard way to share rich content on mobile devices.
A mensagem multimídia tornou-se a forma padrão de compartilhar conteúdo rico em dispositivos móveis.
2. The technology or service that enables sending MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages
The carrier offers unlimited multimedia messaging plans for customers.
A operadora oferece planos ilimitados de mensagens multimídia para clientes.
Multimedia messaging became widely adopted in Brazil in the early 2000s as mobile phones became more sophisticated. While SMS (text messaging) remains common, MMS/multimedia messaging is prevalent for sharing photos and media among friends and family. In Portugal, the European Portuguese spelling 'multimédia' is preferred. The technology has largely been supplemented by internet-based messaging apps like WhatsApp, but multimedia messaging remains a carrier service option.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
MMSmultimedia message servicerich media messagingmedia messaging
Antonyms / Antônimos
SMStext messagingplain text communication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mensagens multimídia
Most common and standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
MMS
Often abbreviated, especially in technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
mensagens com mídia
Alternative colloquial usage
Portugal
mensagens multimédia
Uses European Portuguese spelling with accent on the 'a'

Related Words

MMSSMSmessaging servicemobile communicationinstant messagingmedia sharing

Related Idioms & Phrases

send a multimedia message
multimedia messaging service
multimedia messaging plan
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