permanent constant

[/ˈpɜːrmənənt ˈkɒnstənt/]
noun phrasepl: permanent constants
constante permanente
1. A value or quantity that remains unchanged and does not vary over time in a given context or system
In physics, the speed of light is a permanent constant in vacuum.
Na física, a velocidade da luz é uma constante permanente no vácuo.
2. In mathematics and science, a fixed numerical value used in equations or formulas that does not change
The gravitational constant is a permanent constant used in Newton's law of universal gravitation.
A constante gravitacional é uma constante permanente usada na lei da gravitação universal de Newton.
3. Something that is invariably present or continues to exist without change
Love and family are permanent constants in her life.
Amor e família são constantes permanentes em sua vida.
The term 'permanent constant' is primarily used in academic, scientific, and mathematical contexts in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. It reflects the universal language of science and mathematics. In everyday Portuguese, 'constante' alone often suffices, while 'permanente' emphasizes the indefinite duration of the constant.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
invariantunchanging valuefixed constantimmutable quantity
Antonyms / Antônimos
variablechanging quantityfluctuating valuetemporary

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
constante permanente
Standard technical terminology used in mathematics and physics
Portugal
constante permanente
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in scientific contexts
Academic/Technical
constante invariável
Alternative technical term emphasizing the invariable nature

Related Words

constantvariableinvariantcoefficientparameterfixed value

Related Idioms & Phrases

a constant in someone's life
remain a constant
as constant as the North Star
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