roda dentada
[ˈhɔ.da dẽ.ˈta.da]
nounfemininepl: rodas dentadas
gear
1. A wheel with teeth or cogs around its edge that meshes with other gears to transmit rotational motion and force in machinery
The gears in the car's transmission work together to transfer power from the engine to the wheels.
As rodas dentadas na transmissão do carro trabalham juntas para transferir potência do motor para as rodas.
2. A mechanical component used in various machines and devices to regulate speed and torque
The clock uses interlocking gears to keep accurate time.
O relógio usa rodas dentadas entrelaçadas para manter a hora precisa.
The term 'roda dentada' is primarily technical jargon used in industrial, automotive, and mechanical engineering contexts in Brazil. While 'engrenagem' is the more colloquial and commonly used synonym, 'roda dentada' appears in technical manuals, specifications, and formal engineering documentation. The phrase carries no cultural connotation beyond its technical application.
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