replaceable components

[/rɪˈpleɪsəbəl kəmˈpoʊnənts/]
nounpl: replaceable components
componentes substituíveis
1. Parts or elements of a machine, device, or system that can be removed and substituted with new or alternative parts without affecting the overall functionality or structure
The printer has replaceable components such as ink cartridges and paper trays.
A impressora possui componentes substituíveis, como cartuchos de tinta e bandejas de papel.
2. Parts designed to be interchangeable or swappable for maintenance, repair, or upgrade purposes
Modern smartphones have fewer replaceable components than older models.
Os smartphones modernos têm menos componentes substituíveis do que os modelos antigos.
3. Elements that can be exchanged or switched out for functional or aesthetic improvements
The laptop's replaceable components include the battery and RAM modules.
Os componentes substituíveis do notebook incluem a bateria e os módulos de RAM.
This term is particularly important in both Brazilian and American consumer culture, especially regarding right-to-repair movements. In Brazil, the concept of 'componentes substituíveis' is becoming increasingly relevant in discussions about product durability and sustainability. The phrase reflects growing consumer awareness about device longevity and maintenance costs.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interchangeable partsswappable componentsremovable partsmodular componentsserviceable parts
Antonyms / Antônimos
fixed componentsnon-replaceable partspermanent partssoldered componentsintegrated parts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
componentes substituíveis
Standard term used across Brazil, commonly used in technology and industrial contexts
São Paulo
peças intercambiáveis / componentes trocáveis
Alternative terms frequently used in industrial and manufacturing sectors
Rio de Janeiro
componentes que podem ser trocados
More colloquial, descriptive approach
Portugal
componentes permutáveis / peças intercambiáveis
Portuguese uses 'permutáveis' more frequently in technical documentation

Related Words

modular designmaintenancespare partscompatibilitydurabilityrepairability

Related Idioms & Phrases

plug and play
mix and match
swap out
drop-in replacement
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