solid-state memory

[/ˈsɒlɪd steɪt ˈmeməri/]
nounpl: solid-state memories
🇧🇷 memória de estado sólido
1. A type of computer memory that uses solid-state electronics to store data permanently without moving mechanical parts, such as flash memory or EEPROM
Solid-state memory is faster and more durable than traditional hard disk drives.
A memória de estado sólido é mais rápida e durável do que os discos rígidos tradicionais.
2. Non-volatile storage technology that retains data even when power is disconnected
Modern smartphones rely entirely on solid-state memory for data storage.
Os smartphones modernos dependem inteiramente de memória de estado sólido para armazenamento de dados.
💡 This term is primarily used in technical and professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's common among IT professionals and in the tech industry, though many consumers may simply refer to devices containing this technology (like 'SSD' or 'pendrive'). The term reflects the globalization of technology vocabulary, where Portuguese speakers often use or recognize the English term alongside the Portuguese translation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flash memorySSDnon-volatile memoryEEPROM
Antonyms / Antônimos
magnetic storagehard disk drivemechanical memory

Regional Variations

🇧🇷
General Brazilian
memória de estado sólido
Standard technical term used in most of Brazil
🏙️
São Paulo
memória de estado sólido or SSD
Tech-savvy communities often use the English acronym SSD
🇵🇹
Portugal
memória de estado sólido
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, with similar technical terminology
🌐
USA
solid-state memory or SSD
Widely used in both technical and consumer contexts

Related Words

flash driveSSD (Solid State Drive)semiconductor memorynon-volatile storagestorage device

Related Idioms & Phrases

cutting-edge storage technology
the future of data storage
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