power up

[/ˈpaʊər ʌp/]

verb/noun

ligar; ativar

1. (verb) To turn on or activate a device or system, especially an electronic one

I need to power up my computer before the meeting.

Preciso ligar meu computador antes da reunião.

2. (verb) To increase in strength, energy, or capability

The team powered up their defense in the second half.

O time aumentou sua defesa na segunda metade.

3. (noun) A sudden increase in strength or energy; a boost

The superhero received a power up from the magical crystal.

O super-herói recebeu um reforço de poder do cristal mágico.

4. (noun) In video games, a temporary bonus that enhances a player's abilities

Collect the power ups to defeat the boss more easily.

Colete os power-ups para derrotar o chefe mais facilmente.

NYC Slang

Turn it up; juice it up; fire it up

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

ligar; ativar; potência

Most common usage in Brazil

São Paulo

ligar; ativar

Standard usage

Rio de Janeiro

ligar; dar uma potência

Colloquial variation

Portugal

ligar; ativar; aumentar potência

Portuguese European usage, less common in gaming contexts

power up the engines

power up one's defenses

power up for battle

powered up and ready to go

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