real-time broadcast

[/ˈriːəl taɪm ˈbrɔːdkæst/]
nounpl: real-time broadcasts
transmissão em tempo real
1. A live broadcast of events or information as they happen, with no delay or recording
The news station provided a real-time broadcast of the presidential election results.
A emissora de notícias forneceu uma transmissão em tempo real dos resultados da eleição presidencial.
2. Streaming of audio, video, or data content simultaneously as it is being produced
Twitch offers real-time broadcast capabilities for gamers to stream their gameplay.
A Twitch oferece capacidades de transmissão em tempo real para que os jogadores transmitam sua jogabilidade.
3. Instantaneous transmission without buffering, delays, or post-processing
The sporting event was covered with a real-time broadcast system.
O evento esportivo foi coberto com um sistema de transmissão em tempo real.
Real-time broadcasting has become essential in modern Brazilian media, especially during major events like Carnival, sports competitions, and political elections. In the USA and NYC, real-time broadcasts are crucial for news coverage, social media streaming (YouTube, Twitch, Instagram Live), and emergency communications. The term has evolved with technology—what was once exclusive to television is now common on digital platforms.
NYC Slang
live stream / straight-up live feed
Synonyms / Sinônimos
live broadcastlive streaminginstantaneous transmissiondirect broadcasttransmissão ao vivo
Antonyms / Antônimos
recorded broadcastdelayed broadcasttransmissão gravadatransmissão atrasada

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
transmissão em tempo real
Standard term used across Brazil for live broadcasting
São Paulo
transmissão ao vivo em tempo real
Emphasizes both 'live' and 'real-time' aspects
Rio de Janeiro
transmissão em tempo real
Same as general Brazilian usage
Portugal
transmissão em direto
Portuguese prefer 'em direto' for live broadcasts; 'em tempo real' is also used in technical contexts

Related Words

streaminglivestreambroadcasttransmissionlive feedon-airsimultaneidade

Related Idioms & Phrases

broadcasting live
on the air
going live
ao vivo na transmissão
transmitindo ao vivo
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