common designs

[ˈkɑːmən dɪˈzaɪnz]
noun phrase
designs comuns, projetos comuns, modelos comuns
1. Frequently used or widely recognized patterns, layouts, or artistic/architectural plans that are typical or standard in their field
The architect analyzed common designs in modern residential buildings.
O arquiteto analisou os designs comuns em edifícios residenciais modernos.
2. Shared or mutual intentions, plans, or schemes between two or more parties
They were accused of having common designs to defraud the investors.
Eles foram acusados de ter designs comuns para defraudar os investidores.
3. Standard or typical decorative patterns, motifs, or templates used repeatedly in art, fashion, or industry
These tiles feature common designs found in Portuguese azulejo traditions.
Estes azulejos apresentam designs comuns encontrados nas tradições dos azulejos portugueses.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'design' is commonly used in contemporary contexts, especially in fashion, architecture, and technology sectors. The phrase 'common designs' may refer either to standardized visual patterns or to shared intentions/conspiracies. In Portugal, there's a slight preference for 'desenhos' in traditional contexts, though 'design' is increasingly used in modern professional environments. The term gained prominence with globalization and is widely understood across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
standard patternstypical layoutsconventional designsrecurring motifsshared intentionsmutual plans
Antonyms / Antônimos
unique designsoriginal patternsuncommon designsdistinctive layoutsrare patterns

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
designs comuns, projetos comuns, modelos comuns
Standard usage in design, architecture, and general contexts
Rio de Janeiro
designs comuns, padrões comuns
More colloquial usage with emphasis on patterns and styles
São Paulo
designs comuns, projetos-padrão
Business and technical usage more prevalent
Portugal
designs comuns, desenhos comuns, projetos comuns
More traditional use of 'desenhos' alongside 'designs'; less anglicized in formal contexts

Related Words

designpatterntemplateblueprintlayoutmotifschemeintention

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have common designs (on something) - ter intenções comuns
in common design - por design comum, propositalmente
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