roller shade

[/ˈroʊlər ʃeɪd/]
nounpl: roller shades
persiana rolô
1. A window covering consisting of fabric wound around a roller mechanism that can be raised or lowered to control light and privacy
She installed a roller shade in the bedroom to block out the morning sun.
Ela instalou uma persiana rolô no quarto para bloquear o sol da manhã.
2. A window treatment that rolls up into a compact cylinder at the top of the window when raised
The roller shade is easy to operate with just a pull of the cord.
A persiana rolô é fácil de operar com apenas um puxão da corda.
Roller shades are extremely popular in both American and Brazilian homes due to their practicality and modern aesthetic. In Brazil, they are a standard choice for contemporary residential and commercial spaces, often preferred over traditional curtains in urban apartments. They are valued for their space-saving design and ease of maintenance.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
roller blindwindow shaderoll-up shadewindow blind
Antonyms / Antônimos
curtaindrapefixed blind

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
persiana rolô
Most common term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
persiana enroladiça
Alternative formal usage in São Paulo region
Rio de Janeiro
persiana rolô
Standard usage in Rio de Janeiro
Portugal
estore de rolo
Portuguese European equivalent; literally 'roll-up blind'

Related Words

window coveringblindshadeshuttervalanceblackout shadecordless shade

Related Idioms & Phrases

pull down the shade
raise the shade
let the light in
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