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Mídia e Comunicação - Meios de comunicação

Aqui você aprenderá algumas palavras em inglês relacionadas a diferentes meios de comunicação, como "fax", "walkie-talkie" e "pombo-correio".

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fax
[substantivo]

a device that can send and receive documents in electronic form using a telephone line and then print them

fax, máquina de fax

fax, máquina de fax

Ex: The fax machine at the doctor 's office hummed quietly as it transmitted medical records .A máquina de **fax** no consultório médico zumbia suavemente enquanto transmitia registros médicos.
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cell phone
[substantivo]

a phone that we can carry with us and use anywhere because it has no wires

telefone celular, telemóvel

telefone celular, telemóvel

Ex: She rarely uses her cell phone for making calls , mostly for texting .Ela raramente usa seu **celular** para fazer ligações, principalmente para enviar mensagens.
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telephone
[substantivo]

a communication device used for talking to people who are far away and also have a similar device

telefone, celular

telefone, celular

Ex: They recorded the conversation on the telephone for future reference .Eles gravaram a conversa no **telefone** para referência futura.
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VoIP phone
[substantivo]

a type of telephone that uses Internet protocol to transmit voice calls over the Internet, rather than traditional telephone lines

telefone VoIP, telefone por protocolo de Internet

telefone VoIP, telefone por protocolo de Internet

Ex: If you install a VoIP phone, you can make free calls to other users who also use the same service.
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two-way radio
[substantivo]

a wireless communication device allowing two or more people to communicate over a shared frequency

rádio bidirecional, transceptor

rádio bidirecional, transceptor

Ex: At the theme park , staff members communicated using two-way radios to keep everything running smoothly .
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walkie-talkie
[substantivo]

a portable two-way radio used for communication between two or more people within a certain range

walkie-talkie, rádio transceptor portátil

walkie-talkie, rádio transceptor portátil

Ex: The walkie-talkies allowed the event organizers to stay in touch with volunteers all day long .
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intercom system
[substantivo]

a communication system that allows people in different parts of a plane, office, etc. to speak to each other

sistema de interfone, intercomunicador

sistema de interfone, intercomunicador

Ex: She was able to speak to her neighbor through the intercom system without leaving her apartment .
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a technology that enables real-time communication and collaboration between two or more people using video, audio, and chat features, regardless of their location

sistema de videoconferência, plataforma de conferência de vídeo

sistema de videoconferência, plataforma de conferência de vídeo

Ex: She demonstrated how to use the video conferencing system during the training session .Ela demonstrou como usar o **sistema de videoconferência** durante a sessão de treinamento.
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answering machine
[substantivo]

a machine that answers missed calls and records the messages callers leave

secretária eletrônica, atendedor de chamadas

secretária eletrônica, atendedor de chamadas

Ex: They relied on the answering machine to capture important calls .Eles confiavam na **secretária eletrônica** para capturar chamadas importantes.
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beeper
[substantivo]

a small electronic device that generates beeping sounds to signal one should call someone

bip, pager

bip, pager

Ex: He was so used to his beeper that he felt lost without it when it broke .Ele estava tão acostumado ao seu **beeper** que se sentiu perdido sem ele quando quebrou.
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satellite phone
[substantivo]

a mobile phone that uses satellites for communication in remote areas where traditional cellular networks are not available

telefone satélital, satphone

telefone satélital, satphone

Ex: The rescue team communicated with headquarters using satellite phones during the storm .
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payphone
[substantivo]

a telephone in a public place that one needs to pay for, mostly by prepaid cards

telefone público, orelhão

telefone público, orelhão

Ex: He used the payphone outside the convenience store to call his friend and arrange a meeting spot .Ele usou o **orelhão** fora da loja de conveniência para ligar para o amigo e combinar um local de encontro.
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telex
[substantivo]

an international system of sending and receiving messages using a phone line and a teletypewriter

telex, sistema de telex

telex, sistema de telex

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telex machine
[substantivo]

a communication device that uses telegraph technology to send and receive text messages over long distances, once used before the advent of fax machines and email

máquina de telex, telex

máquina de telex, telex

Ex: The museum displayed a telex machine to showcase early methods of global communication .O museu exibiu uma **máquina de telex** para mostrar os primeiros métodos de comunicação global.
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smartphone
[substantivo]

a portable device that combines the functions of a cell phone and a computer, such as browsing the Internet, using apps, making calls, etc.

smartphone, telefone inteligente

smartphone, telefone inteligente

Ex: He could n't imagine a day without using his smartphone for work and leisure .Ele não conseguia imaginar um dia sem usar seu **smartphone** para trabalho e lazer.
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laptop
[substantivo]

a small computer that you can take with you wherever you go, and it sits on your lap or a table so you can use it

computador portátil, laptop

computador portátil, laptop

Ex: She carries her laptop with her wherever she goes .Ela leva seu **laptop** com ela para onde quer que vá.
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computer
[substantivo]

an electronic device that stores and processes data

computador, ordenador

computador, ordenador

Ex: The computer has a large storage capacity for files .O **computador** tem uma grande capacidade de armazenamento para arquivos.
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tablet
[substantivo]

a flat, small, portable computer that one controls and uses by touching its screen

tablet, computador tablet

tablet, computador tablet

Ex: The tablet's battery lasts for up to ten hours , allowing users to work or browse without needing to recharge frequently .A bateria do **tablet** dura até dez horas, permitindo que os usuários trabalhem ou naveguem sem precisar recarregar com frequência.
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wireless
[substantivo]

a method of communication that uses radio signals, instead of wires, to send out data

sem fio, rádio

sem fio, rádio

Ex: The invention of wireless made it possible to broadcast radio programs to a wide audience .A invenção do **sem fio** tornou possível transmitir programas de rádio para um grande público.
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smoke signal
[substantivo]

a form of visual communication that involves sending a message through smoke from a fire

sinal de fumaça, mensagem de fumaça

sinal de fumaça, mensagem de fumaça

Ex: When stranded in the wilderness , they built a fire to create a smoke signal for rescuers .
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carrier pigeon
[substantivo]

a rock dove with great homing abilities that is trained to carry messages

pombo-correio, pombo mensageiro

pombo-correio, pombo mensageiro

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messenger
[substantivo]

a person who carries a message or information from one person or place to another

mensageiro, correio

mensageiro, correio

Ex: I used to work as a messenger, delivering messages between businesses in the city .
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town crier
[substantivo]

a person who makes public announcements or proclamations in a loud voice in a public space before modern forms of mass communication

pregão, anunciador público

pregão, anunciador público

Ex: The sound of the town crier's bell echoed through the streets , signaling an important message .
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talking drum
[substantivo]

a type of percussion instrument that is used in various cultures in Africa and other parts of the world to send messages over long distances by imitating the tone and rhythm of spoken language

tambor falante, tambor que fala

tambor falante, tambor que fala

Ex: She learned to play the talking drum as part of her cultural heritage .
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semaphore
[substantivo]

a system of signaling using flags or other devices to communicate messages over a long distance

semáforo, sistema de sinalização com bandeiras

semáforo, sistema de sinalização com bandeiras

Ex: They taught us how to read semaphore signals at the naval museum.Eles nos ensinaram a ler os sinais de **semáforo** no museu naval.
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telegraph
[substantivo]

a communication system by which people were able to send and receive messages over long distances, using electrical or radio signals

telégrafo, sistema telegráfico

telégrafo, sistema telegráfico

Ex: During wartime, telegraph lines were vital for transmitting orders and information between commanders.Durante a guerra, as linhas **telegráficas** eram vitais para transmitir ordens e informações entre os comandantes.
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Morse code
[substantivo]

a system of communication that uses dots and dashes to represent letters, numbers, and symbols, enabling messages to be transmitted over long distances through sound or light signals

código Morse, alfabeto Morse

código Morse, alfabeto Morse

Ex: She learned Morse code as part of her training to become a radio operator .
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whistled language
[substantivo]

a form of communication that uses whistling to imitate spoken language and transmit messages over long distances in hilly or mountainous areas

linguagem assobiada, comunicação por assobio

linguagem assobiada, comunicação por assobio

Ex: A skilled whistler can use a whistled language to convey complex messages , much like spoken words .Um assobiador habilidoso pode usar uma **linguagem assobiada** para transmitir mensagens complexas, muito parecido com palavras faladas.
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speakerphone
[substantivo]

a telephone with a microphone and a loudspeaker that can be used without the need to be hold near one's ear

viva-voz, telefone de viva-voz

viva-voz, telefone de viva-voz

Ex: I prefer using the speakerphone in the car so I can talk hands-free while driving .Prefiro usar o **viva-voz** no carro para poder falar sem usar as mãos enquanto dirijo.
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letter
[substantivo]

a written or printed message that is sent to someone or an organization, company, etc.

carta

carta

Ex: My grandmother prefers to communicate through handwritten letters.Minha avó prefere se comunicar através de **cartas** manuscritas.
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email
[substantivo]

a system that is used to send and receive messages or documents via a network

email,  correio eletrônico

email, correio eletrônico

Ex: We use email to communicate with our colleagues at work .Nós usamos **e-mail** para nos comunicarmos com nossos colegas no trabalho.
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telecommunication
[substantivo]

the transmission of information, data, or messages over a distance through the use of electronic or optical signals, media, and technologies

telecomunicação

telecomunicação

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messaging
[substantivo]

the act of exchanging text, multimedia content, or information between individuals or groups through digital communication platforms, such as messaging apps, social media, or email

troca de mensagens, mensageria

troca de mensagens, mensageria

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