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complementary characteristics

[ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i ˌkær.ɪk.təˈrɪs.tɪks]
noun phrase
características complementares
1. Qualities or features that go well together and enhance each other, filling gaps or completing a whole
The two partners have complementary characteristics that make their business successful.
Os dois parceiros têm características complementares que tornam seu negócio bem-sucedido.
2. In biology or chemistry, properties or traits that together form a complete or functional unit
The complementary characteristics of DNA base pairs allow for accurate replication.
As características complementares dos pares de bases de DNA permitem replicação precisa.
3. In design or aesthetics, elements that balance and harmonize with one another
The colors chosen have complementary characteristics that create visual harmony.
As cores escolhidas têm características complementares que criam harmonia visual.
Synonyms
supplementary featuresmatching qualitiescompatible traitsreciprocal attributesharmonious qualities
Antonyms
contradictory characteristicsconflicting traitsincompatible qualitiesopposing featuresclashing attributes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
características complementares
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
características complementares
Commonly used in business and professional contexts
Portugal
características complementares
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

two sides of the same coin
perfect match
go hand in hand
piece of the puzzle
fill each other's gaps
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