quick charge

[/kwɪk tʃɑːrdʒ/]
nounpl: quick charges
carregamento rápido
1. A technology or feature that allows a battery or device to be charged to a significant capacity in a shorter time than standard charging methods
This smartphone supports quick charge technology that fills the battery to 80% in just 30 minutes.
Este smartphone suporta tecnologia de carregamento rápido que preenche a bateria em 80% em apenas 30 minutos.
2. The act or process of rapidly charging an electronic device
I need a quick charge before the meeting starts.
Preciso de um carregamento rápido antes da reunião começar.
The term 'quick charge' has become increasingly common in Brazil and Portugal with the proliferation of smartphones and portable devices. Many brands market their fast-charging capabilities as key selling points, and consumers frequently inquire about 'carregamento rápido' when purchasing electronics. The technology has become an expected standard feature in mid-to-high-end devices in both Brazilian and Portuguese markets.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fast chargingrapid chargingquick charging
Antonyms / Antônimos
slow chargingstandard chargingtrickle charging

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carregamento rápido
Most common term used in Brazil for this technology
São Paulo
carregamento rápido / recarga rápida
Both terms are used interchangeably in São Paulo
Portugal
carregamento rápido
Same term as Brazilian Portuguese; also used in European Portuguese

Related Words

batterychargerpower adaptercharging port

Related Idioms & Phrases

on quick charge
quick charge technology
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