oil gauge

[/ɔɪl ɡeɪdʒ/]
nounpl: oil gauges
medidor de óleo
1. An instrument in a vehicle that measures and displays the level of oil in the engine
The oil gauge on my dashboard indicates that the oil level is low.
O medidor de óleo no meu painel indica que o nível de óleo está baixo.
2. A mechanical or electronic device used to monitor oil pressure or quantity in engines and machinery
The mechanic checked the oil gauge to diagnose the engine problem.
O mecânico verificou o medidor de óleo para diagnosticar o problema do motor.
In Brazil, checking the oil gauge is a common maintenance practice among car owners. The term 'medidor de óleo' is universally understood in automotive contexts. In American culture, regular monitoring of the oil gauge is considered essential vehicle maintenance to prevent engine damage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
oil pressure gaugeoil level indicatordipstick gauge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
medidor de óleo
Most common term used in Brazil
São Paulo
indicador de óleo
Alternative term used in automotive context
Rio de Janeiro
medidor de óleo
Standard usage in Rio de Janeiro
Portugal
manómetro de óleo
European Portuguese term, more technical usage

Related Words

engine oildashboardpressure gaugefuel gaugetemperature gauge

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep an eye on the oil gauge
the oil gauge is in the red
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