primary systems

[ˈpraɪmeri ˈsɪstəmz]
nounpl: primary systems
sistemas primários
1. The main or most important systems that form the foundation of an organization, infrastructure, or process
The hospital's primary systems include electrical power, water supply, and emergency communication.
Os sistemas primários do hospital incluem energia elétrica, abastecimento de água e comunicação de emergência.
2. In aviation and engineering, the fundamental systems essential for basic operation and safety
The aircraft's primary systems must be checked before every flight.
Os sistemas primários da aeronave devem ser verificados antes de cada voo.
3. In biology and anatomy, the main bodily systems responsible for vital functions
The primary systems of the human body include the circulatory, respiratory, and nervous systems.
Os sistemas primários do corpo humano incluem os sistemas circulatório, respiratório e nervoso.
This is a technical term widely used in English and Portuguese-speaking countries in engineering, aviation, healthcare, and IT sectors. In Brazil, 'sistemas primários' is the standard translation used in technical documentation, while 'sistemas principais' is a common alternative. The term is less commonly used in everyday conversation and is primarily found in professional and academic contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
main systemscore systemsessential systemsfundamental systemsbasic systems
Antonyms / Antônimos
secondary systemsauxiliary systemsbackup systemssupplementary systems

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
sistemas primários
Standard usage in technical and formal contexts
Portugal
sistemas primários
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
Engineering/Aviation Brazil
sistemas principais
Alternative commonly used in technical documentation and manuals

Related Words

primarysysteminfrastructurecritical systemsoperational systemssupport systems

Related Idioms & Phrases

primary system failure
primary system backup
redundant primary systems
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