careless construction
[/ˈkeərləs kənˈstrʌkʃən/]
noun phrasepl: careless constructions
construção negligente / construção descuidada
1. A structure or building built without proper attention to safety standards, quality, or detail
The careless construction of the bridge led to its collapse during the storm.
A construção negligente da ponte levou ao seu colapso durante a tempestade.
2. In grammar and linguistics, a sentence or phrase formed with poor syntax or grammatical structure
His essay was full of careless constructions that made it difficult to understand.
Seu ensaio estava cheio de construções negligentes que o tornavam difícil de entender.
3. Work done hastily or without proper care and attention to details
The careless construction of the wooden deck resulted in splinters and safety hazards.
A construção negligente do convés de madeira resultou em lascas e riscos de segurança.
In Brazil, discussing careless construction is particularly relevant given the frequency of informal construction practices (construção irregular) in urban areas. The term reflects concerns about building safety and quality standards that are significant in Brazilian urban development and real estate contexts.
NYC Slang
botched job / half-ass construction
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