webcam

[/ˈwɛbkæm/]
nounfemininepl: webcams
câmera web
1. a digital video camera connected to a computer or network that transmits images in real-time over the internet
She turned on her webcam for the video conference.
Ela ligou sua câmera web para a videoconferência.
2. a small camera mounted on top of a monitor or laptop used for video communication
The laptop has a built-in webcam.
O notebook tem uma câmera web integrada.
3. a camera that streams live video to a website or social media platform
The museum has a webcam showing the exhibits live.
O museu tem uma câmera web transmitindo os exhibits ao vivo.
The term 'webcam' has become standard in both Brazilian and American English, especially in professional and educational contexts. In Brazil, both 'webcam' and 'câmera web' are widely understood and used, with increased adoption of video conferencing during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The technology is integral to remote work, online education, and social media streaming culture in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
web cameracameralive camerainternet camera

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
câmera web
most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
câmera web
standard usage
São Paulo
câmera web
tech-savvy regions often use English term 'webcam' directly
Portugal
câmara web
Portuguese spelling variation; also 'webcam' used directly

Related Words

video callstreamingvideoconferencemonitormicrophonebroadband

Related Idioms & Phrases

turn on the webcam
webcam chat
live webcam feed
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