power bank

[ˈpaʊər bæŋk]
nounpl: power banks
carregador portátil
1. A portable electronic device with rechargeable batteries used to charge mobile devices and other electronics on the go
I always carry a power bank in my backpack to charge my smartphone during long trips.
Sempre carrego um carregador portátil na minha mochila para carregar meu smartphone durante viagens longas.
2. A compact battery pack that stores electrical energy for later use
This power bank can charge my tablet twice before needing to be recharged itself.
Este carregador portátil consegue carregar meu tablet duas vezes antes de precisar ser recarregado.
Power banks became increasingly popular in Brazil and worldwide around 2010s with the rise of smartphone usage. In Brazil, they are essential accessories for professionals and travelers given the country's size and frequent travel. The term 'carregador portátil' is widely understood and used across all Brazilian regions, though younger users and tech communities may also use the English term 'power bank' directly.
NYC Slang
portable juice box, portable charger
Synonyms / Sinônimos
portable chargerexternal batterymobile chargerbattery pack
Antonyms / Antônimos
wall outletstationary charger

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carregador portátil
Most common term in Brazil
General Brazilian
bateria portátil
Alternative common usage
São Paulo
carregador de bolso
Colloquial term emphasizing portability
Portugal
bateria externa
Preferred term in European Portuguese
Portugal
carregador portátil
Also used in Portugal but less common than bateria externa

Related Words

batterychargerUSBsmartphonelithium-ioncapacitymAh

Related Idioms & Phrases

dead battery
juiced up
power up
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