turbines

[/ˈtɜːr.baɪn/ (plural: /ˈtɜːr.baɪnz/)]
nounfemininepl: turbinas
turbinas
1. A rotary mechanical device that extracts energy from a moving fluid or gas stream and converts it into useful work or electrical power
Wind turbines generate electricity by converting wind energy into power.
As turbinas eólicas geram eletricidade convertendo energia do vento em energia.
2. A type of engine or motor that uses rotating blades or wheels driven by steam, water, gas, or wind
The hydroelectric plant operates several large turbines powered by water flow.
A usina hidrelétrica opera várias turbinas grandes alimentadas pelo fluxo de água.
3. In aerospace, the rotating component of a jet engine that compresses air or expands hot gases
The aircraft's turbines operate at extremely high temperatures and speeds.
As turbinas do avião funcionam em temperaturas e velocidades extremamente altas.
Turbines are central to Brazil's energy infrastructure, particularly in hydroelectric power generation. Brazil is one of the world's largest producers of hydroelectric energy, and turbine technology is crucial to the country's renewable energy strategy. The term 'turbinas' is universally understood in technical and industrial contexts across Portuguese-speaking regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rotorsturbomachinesimpellerswheels

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
turbinas
Standard term used in engineering and energy sectors
Rio de Janeiro
turbinas
Common usage in hydroelectric industry
São Paulo
turbinas
Widely used in industrial and manufacturing contexts
Portugal
turbinas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard European Portuguese usage

Related Words

generatorrotorbladecompressorwind energyhydroelectricrenewable energy

Related Idioms & Phrases

turbine efficiency
turbine blade failure
turbine generator set
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