vision aids

[ˈvɪʒən eɪdz]
nounpl: vision aids
auxílios visuais
1. Devices or tools designed to help people with visual impairments or low vision to see better or access visual information
The patient was prescribed several vision aids including magnifying glasses and specialized lighting.
O paciente recebeu a prescrição de vários auxílios visuais, incluindo lupas e iluminação especializada.
2. Educational or presentational materials used to enhance understanding through visual representation
The teacher used vision aids such as charts and diagrams to explain the concept.
A professora usou auxílios visuais como gráficos e diagramas para explicar o conceito.
3. Optical or electronic devices that improve visibility for people with sight difficulties
Modern vision aids include screen readers and magnification software.
Os auxílios visuais modernos incluem leitores de tela e software de ampliação.
In Brazil, vision aids are increasingly covered by public health insurance (SUS) as part of accessibility initiatives. In the USA, vision aids are often prescribed by optometrists and ophthalmologists, and many are covered by Medicare and private insurance. The term is commonly used in both medical rehabilitation and educational settings across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
visual aidsoptical aidsassistive deviceslow vision devices
Antonyms / Antônimos
vision impairmentsvisual obstacles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
auxílios visuais
Most common translation, used in medical and educational contexts
Portugal
ajudas visuais
Alternative phrasing used in European Portuguese
São Paulo
aparelhos de visão
More colloquial term sometimes used for optical devices
General
dispositivos assistivos visuais
Technical term used in accessibility and rehabilitation contexts

Related Words

magnifying glassaccessibilityeyeglassescontact lensesscreen readeroptical device

Related Idioms & Phrases

to aid one's vision
visual support
assistive technology for the blind
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