broken items
[ˈbroʊkən ˈaɪtəmz]
noun
itens quebrados
1. Objects or things that are damaged, fractured, or no longer functioning properly
The store had a section for broken items that were being repaired.
A loja tinha uma seção para itens quebrados que estavam sendo consertados.
2. Products with defects or damage that cannot be used as intended
We need to dispose of these broken items responsibly.
Precisamos descartar estes itens quebrados de forma responsável.
3. Merchandise damaged during shipping or handling
The customer received broken items in their delivery.
O cliente recebeu itens quebrados em sua entrega.
In Brazilian commerce and customer service, 'itens quebrados' is commonly referenced in return policies and shipping insurance. In the USA, damaged goods and broken items are regulated by consumer protection laws, making this term important in retail and e-commerce contexts. Both cultures have specific regulations for handling and disposing of broken items safely.
Related Idioms & Phrases
broken items beyond repair
dealing with broken items
a pile of broken items
broken items and damaged goods
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