synchronized movements

[/ˈsɪŋkrənaɪzd ˈmuːvmənts/]
noun phrase
movimentos sincronizados
1. movements performed in unison or at the same time by multiple people or entities, with precise timing and coordination
The dancers performed synchronized movements that impressed the audience.
Os dançarinos realizaram movimentos sincronizados que impressionaram a plateia.
2. coordinated actions in sports, music, or other activities where timing is critical
The synchronized movements of the swimmers created a beautiful underwater ballet.
Os movimentos sincronizados das nadadoras criaram um belo balé subaquático.
3. mechanical or technical coordination where multiple components move together in harmony
The robot's synchronized movements allowed it to perform complex tasks.
Os movimentos sincronizados do robô permitiram que realizasse tarefas complexas.
In Brazil, synchronized movements are particularly celebrated in samba schools during Carnival, where large groups perform intricate choreography. In the USA, the term is commonly used in sports (synchronized swimming), dance competitions, and military drills. The concept emphasizes precision, teamwork, and aesthetic harmony across cultures.
NYC Slang
in-sync moves / lock-step moves
Synonyms / Sinônimos
coordinated movementssynchronized motionstimed movementsunified movementsin-sync movements
Antonyms / Antônimos
asynchronous movementsuncoordinated movementsdisjointed movementserratic movements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
movimentos sincronizados
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
movimentos sincronizados / movimentos em sintonia
Common in dance and carnival contexts
São Paulo
movimentos sincronizados
Used in technical and sports contexts
Portugal
movimentos sincronizados
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

synchronizationcoordinationtimingrhythmchoreographyensemble

Related Idioms & Phrases

move in perfect unison
dance to the same beat
march in lockstep
move like clockwork
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