playback

[/ˈpleɪbæk/]
nounmasculinepl: playbacks
reprodução
1. the reproduction or performance of previously recorded audio, video, or digital content
Press play to start the playback of the video.
Pressione play para iniciar a reprodução do vídeo.
2. a recorded performance or broadcast being replayed
The playback of the match was shown on the sports channel.
A reprodução da partida foi exibida no canal de esportes.
3. in music, a pre-recorded vocal track played while a performer lip-syncs or sings live
The singer performed to a playback during the concert.
A cantora se apresentou com uma reprodução durante o concerto.
4. the act of reviewing or listening to something that was recorded
Listen to the playback of your voice memo.
Ouça a reprodução de sua nota de voz.
In Brazil, particularly in the music and entertainment industry, 'playback' is widely used even in Portuguese contexts, especially in samba schools and television productions. The word 'reprodução' is more formal and technical, while 'playback' carries connotations of live performances with pre-recorded audio. In Portugal, reprodução is strongly preferred in all contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
replayreproductionrerunrecording playbackplaythrough
Antonyms / Antônimos
recordinglive performancebroadcast

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reprodução
most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
playback / reprodução
playback is often used in entertainment and music industry contexts
Rio de Janeiro
reprodução / playback
reprodução is preferred in formal contexts
Portugal
reprodução
playback is less commonly used; reprodução is standard

Related Words

recordplayrewindpauseaudiovideomedia player

Related Idioms & Phrases

in playback
playback mode
video playback
audio playback
lip-sync playback
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