rechargeable tool

[rɪˈtʃɑːrdʒəbəl tuːl]
nounpl: rechargeable tools
ferramenta recarregável
1. A power tool that operates on a rechargeable battery and can be used multiple times after charging
I bought a rechargeable tool set that includes a drill and impact driver.
Comprei um conjunto de ferramentas recarregáveis que inclui uma furadeira e um parafusadeira de impacto.
2. Any hand-held or portable tool powered by a battery that can be restored to full charge
The rechargeable tool comes with a charger and two batteries.
A ferramenta recarregável vem com um carregador e duas baterias.
Rechargeable tools have become increasingly popular in both Brazil and the USA due to technological advances in battery technology. In Brazil, they are valued for both professional and DIY home improvement projects. The term emphasizes sustainability and cost-effectiveness over time, making them a preferred choice over single-use tools or those requiring constant battery replacements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cordless toolbattery-powered toolwireless toolrechargeable power tool
Antonyms / Antônimos
corded toolwired tooldisposable toolsingle-use tool

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ferramenta recarregável
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ferramenta com bateria
Common alternative phrasing
São Paulo
ferramenta recarregável/sem fio
Often refers to both rechargeable and cordless variants
Portugal
ferramenta recarregável
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'ferramenta sem fios'

Related Words

batterychargercordless drillpower toollithium-ion batteryvoltage

Related Idioms & Phrases

dead battery
charge up
run out of juice
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