O alto-falante
Example: O alto-falante está tocando música na sala.
Definition
"O alto-falante" refers to a device that converts electrical audio signals into sound, allowing music or other audio to be heard clearly in a room or environment. It is commonly used in music settings to amplify sound for listeners.
Etymology
The term "o alto-falante" comes from Portuguese, combining 'alto' meaning 'high' or 'loud' and 'falante' meaning 'speaker' or 'talker.' Together, they describe a device that 'speaks loudly,' which fittingly represents a loudspeaker used for amplifying sound.
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the loudspeaker