solar panel

[ˈsoʊlər ˈpænəl]
nounpl: solar panels
painel solar
1. A device consisting of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into electrical energy
The house has solar panels installed on its roof to generate electricity.
A casa tem painéis solares instalados no telhado para gerar eletricidade.
2. A flat plate designed to absorb solar radiation for heating water or air
Solar panels for water heating are more efficient in sunny climates.
Os painéis solares para aquecimento de água são mais eficientes em climas ensolarados.
Solar panels have become increasingly common in Brazil due to the country's abundant sunlight and government incentives for renewable energy. In the USA, particularly in sunny states like California and Texas, solar panels are widely used for both residential and commercial purposes as part of the clean energy movement. The technology represents a growing shift toward sustainable energy independence in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
photovoltaic panelPV panelsolar collectorsolar array
Antonyms / Antônimos
fossil fuel generatorcoal plantnuclear reactor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
painel solar
Most common term throughout Brazil for both photovoltaic and thermal solar panels
Rio de Janeiro
painel solar / placa solar
Both terms are used interchangeably in this region
São Paulo
painel fotovoltaico
More technical term sometimes preferred in business and industrial contexts
Portugal
painel solar / painel fotovoltaico
Both terms are standard; 'painel solar' is more common in everyday usage

Related Words

photovoltaicrenewable energysolar energysolar systeminverterbattery storage

Related Idioms & Phrases

harness solar energy through panels
go solar with panels
install solar panels
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