plugged in

[plʌgd ɪn]
adjective/verb phrase
conectado; ligado; atualizado
1. Connected to an electrical outlet or power source
Make sure the lamp is plugged in before you try to turn it on.
Certifique-se de que a lâmpada está conectada antes de tentar ligá-la.
2. Informed, aware, or up-to-date with current events or trends
She's really plugged in to what's happening in the music industry.
Ela está realmente atualizada sobre o que está acontecendo na indústria da música.
3. Engaged, involved, or actively participating in something
You need to stay plugged in to the community to make a real difference.
Você precisa permanecer envolvido com a comunidade para fazer uma diferença real.
4. Integrated into a system or network
Once the router is plugged in and configured, you'll have internet access.
Uma vez que o roteador esteja conectado e configurado, você terá acesso à internet.
In American English, 'plugged in' has evolved from a literal electrical term to a metaphorical expression meaning someone is well-informed or actively engaged with current trends, news, and social movements. In Brazil, the term maintains both literal and figurative meanings, with 'antenado' often preferred for the slang sense of being aware. This phrase reflects modern digital culture where staying 'connected' to information and networks is valued.
NYC Slang
in the know; woke; dialed in
Synonyms / Sinônimos
connectedengagedinformedawareswitched onlinkedattached
Antonyms / Antônimos
unpluggeddisconnectedunawareuninformeddetachedoblivious

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conectado; ligado
Most common usage for electrical connection and general awareness
Rio de Janeiro
ligado; antenado
'Antenado' is slang for being aware or up-to-date with trends
São Paulo
conectado; plugado
'Plugado' uses the English word directly in tech contexts
Portugal
ligado; conectado
European Portuguese uses similar terms but 'ligado' emphasizes switched-on state

Related Words

plugconnectionoutletpower sourceengagedinformednetwork

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay plugged in
keep plugged in
get plugged in
plugged into the scene
plugged into reality
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