bracket system

[ˈbrækɪt ˈsɪstəm]
nounpl: bracket systems
sistema de chaves/suportes
1. A structural or organizational system that uses brackets or categories to classify, group, or support elements
The tournament uses a bracket system to determine the winner.
O torneio usa um sistema de chaves para determinar o vencedor.
2. A tax system where individuals or entities are grouped into different income or tax rate categories
The progressive tax bracket system ensures higher earners pay more taxes.
O sistema de faixas de imposto progressivo garante que os maiores rendedores paguem mais impostos.
3. A mechanical or structural support system using brackets to hold or organize components
The shelf uses a bracket system for secure installation.
A prateleira usa um sistema de suportes para instalação segura.
In Brazil, bracket systems are commonly used for sports tournaments and are widely understood in sports culture. Tax bracket systems are frequently discussed in public policy debates. In the USA, March Madness basketball tournament brackets are culturally iconic, and tax bracket discussions are prevalent in economic and political discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bracket arrangementtiered systemcategorical systemclassification system
Antonyms / Antônimos
flat systemuniform systemnon-hierarchical system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema de chaves
Most common term for tournament/competition bracket systems
General Brazilian
sistema de faixas
Preferred term when referring to tax or income bracket systems
São Paulo
sistema de suportes
Used for mechanical/structural bracket systems
Portugal
sistema de colchetes/parênteses
Portuguese Portuguese may emphasize the bracket symbols themselves

Related Words

tournament brackettax bracketsupport bracketcategorizationclassification

Related Idioms & Phrases

knocked out of the bracket
advance through the bracket
bracket creep
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →