basic comfort
[ˈbeɪsɪk ˈkʌmfərt]
nounpl: basic comforts
conforto básico
1. The fundamental level of physical ease, convenience, or well-being that satisfies essential human needs
The refugee camp provided basic comfort such as shelter, blankets, and clean water.
O acampamento de refugiados fornecia conforto básico como abrigo, cobertores e água potável.
2. Minimal amenities required for acceptable living conditions
The hotel offers basic comfort with clean rooms and functioning facilities.
O hotel oferece conforto básico com quartos limpos e instalações funcionais.
3. Simple pleasures or conveniences that ease daily life without luxury
After a long journey, all she wanted was basic comfort: a hot meal and a soft bed.
Após uma longa jornada, tudo o que ela queria era conforto básico: uma refeição quente e uma cama macia.
The concept of 'basic comfort' is important in Brazilian social discussions regarding quality of life (qualidade de vida) and often appears in development reports and humanitarian contexts. In the USA, basic comfort is frequently associated with the 'American standard of living' discussions and social welfare debates.
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