alto-falantes, palestrantes
1. Devices that produce sound from electrical signals
The speakers in the auditorium were very loud.
Os alto-falantes do auditório eram muito altos.
2. People who speak or give talks at an event
The conference had several renowned speakers.
A conferência teve vários palestrantes renomados.
3. People who speak a particular language
Native speakers of English often find Portuguese challenging.
Falantes nativos de inglês frequentemente acham o português desafiador.
4. The presiding officer in a legislative body
The Speaker of the House announced the new legislation.
O Presidente da Câmara anunciou a nova legislação.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'alto-falantes' is the standard term for audio speakers in homes, clubs, and events. In formal settings, 'palestrantes' refers to speakers at conferences or lectures. The distinction between audio devices and people who speak is clear in Portuguese, whereas English uses 'speakers' for both meanings.
NYC Slang
spitters (referring to rappers/people who speak), boxes (for audio equipment)
Related Idioms & Phrases
preaching to the choir - speaking to people who already agree
speak volumes - actions communicate more than words
loud and clear - speakers delivering an unmistakable message
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