previous system

[ˈpriːviəs ˈsɪstəm]
noun phrasepl: previous systems
sistema anterior
1. A system, method, or process that existed or was in use before the current one
The new software is much faster than the previous system.
O novo software é muito mais rápido que o sistema anterior.
2. In technical contexts, the former version or iteration of hardware or software
Data from the previous system was migrated to the new platform.
Os dados do sistema anterior foram migrados para a nova plataforma.
In Brazilian business and IT environments, 'sistema anterior' is the standard formal term used during system migrations and upgrades. In Portugal, the same term is used. In technical settings, 'sistema legado' (legacy system) is often preferred when referring to older systems still in use. The phrase is commonly used in corporate contexts when discussing infrastructure improvements or digital transformation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
former systemold systempreceding systemlegacy system
Antonyms / Antônimos
current systemnew systempresent systemfuture system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema anterior
Most common translation in business and technical contexts
Portugal
sistema anterior
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in formal contexts
General Brazilian
sistema antigo
Informal alternative emphasizing age of the system
General Brazilian
sistema legado
Technical term used in IT environments

Related Words

upgrademigrationreplacementlegacypredecessorprevious version

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to the drawing board
out with the old, in with the new
legacy system
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