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backup in Portuguese

backup in Portuguese is reserva, backup, becape — backup means a person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.

backup in Portuguese

reserva
adj
Standby, reserve or extra.
backup
adj
(computing) That is intended as a backup.
backup
noun
(computing) A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is damaged or destroyed.
becape
noun
(computing) A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is damaged or destroyed.
cópia de reserva
noun
(computing) A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is damaged or destroyed.
cópia de segurança
noun
(computing) A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is damaged or destroyed.

What does "backup" mean?

  1. noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
    "The pilot switched to the backup system when the main engine failed."
  2. noun A copy of digital files kept separately so the originals can be restored if lost or damaged.
    "Make a backup of your files before you update the software."
  3. noun A buildup or blockage that stops something from flowing normally, such as traffic or plumbing.
    "A backup in the kitchen sink meant the water would not drain away."
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backup in a sentence

  • The pilot switched to the backup system when the main engine failed.
  • Always bring a backup charger when you travel.
  • Make a backup of your files before you update the software.
  • The company restores its data from a nightly backup whenever a server crashes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "backup" in Portuguese?
"backup" in Portuguese is reserva, backup, becape. backup means: A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
How do you use "backup" in a sentence?
Example: "The pilot switched to the backup system when the main engine failed." In Portuguese, "backup" is reserva, backup, becape.
Are there other ways to say "backup" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 5 translations listed for "backup": reserva, backup, becape, cópia de reserva, cópia de segurança.
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