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video conferencing

[/ˈvɪdioʊ ˈkɑːnfərənsɪŋ/]
noun
videoconferência
1. The technology and practice of conducting meetings or conversations between people in different locations using video and audio transmission over the internet or other networks
We use video conferencing to connect with our remote team members across different time zones.
Usamos videoconferência para nos conectar com membros da equipe remota em diferentes fusos horários.
2. A meeting or conference conducted via video transmission
The board held a video conferencing session to discuss quarterly results.
O conselho realizou uma sessão de videoconferência para discutir os resultados trimestrais.
Synonyms
video callvirtual meetingonline conferencingteleconferencingremote meeting
Antonyms
in-person meetingface-to-face meeting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
videoconferência
Most common term in Brazil
São Paulo
videoconferência / conference call com vídeo
Both terms used in business settings
Rio de Janeiro
videoconferência
Standard usage
Portugal
videoconferência / conferência de vídeo
Videoconferência is more common in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

to join a video conference
to dial into a video conference
face time with someone (colloquial)
remote collaboration
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