wall charger

[/wɔːl ˈtʃɑːrdʒər/]
nounpl: wall chargers
carregador de parede
1. A device that plugs directly into an electrical outlet on a wall to charge electronic devices such as phones, tablets, or other gadgets
I forgot my wall charger at home, so I had to borrow one from a friend.
Esqueci meu carregador de parede em casa, então tive que pedir um emprestado para um amigo.
2. A power adapter designed for direct wall socket connection, typically with USB ports or proprietary connectors
This wall charger supports fast charging for modern smartphones.
Este carregador de parede suporta carregamento rápido para smartphones modernos.
Wall chargers are ubiquitous in modern life across both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, they're commonly called 'carregadores de parede' or sometimes simply 'carregadores.' With the proliferation of USB-C and fast-charging technology, Brazilians often discuss the quality and compatibility of wall chargers, especially regarding international travel between countries with different voltage standards (110V vs 220V in Brazil). It's culturally normal to share or borrow wall chargers among friends and family.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
power adapterAC adapterwall adapterplug chargermains charger
Antonyms / Antônimos
portable chargerpower bankcar chargerwireless charger

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carregador de parede
most common term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
carregador de parede / carregador de tomada
both terms used interchangeably
São Paulo
carregador de parede
standard usage in business and urban contexts
Portugal
carregador de parede / carregador de corrente
European Portuguese may also use 'carregador de corrente' (literally 'current charger')

Related Words

charging cableUSB portpower outletbatteryelectrical socketvoltage

Related Idioms & Phrases

plug and charge
wall outlet charger
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