complicated interfaces

[/ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd ˈɪntərfeɪsɪz/]
noun phrasefemininepl: complicated interfaces
interfaces complicadas
1. User interaction systems or connection points between software/hardware and users that are difficult to understand, navigate, or use due to excessive complexity, poor design, or unintuitive elements
The software has complicated interfaces that frustrate new users.
O software possui interfaces complicadas que frustram usuários novatos.
2. Technical connection points between different systems or components that are difficult to integrate or configure
The API's complicated interfaces made it challenging for developers to implement the integration.
As interfaces complicadas da API tornaram desafiador para os desenvolvedores implementar a integração.
In Brazilian tech culture, 'interfaces complicadas' is frequently discussed in startup environments and UX/UI design communities. The phrase reflects growing concerns about user experience and accessibility in software development, particularly in Silicon Valley-influenced tech hubs in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In the USA, especially in NYC tech circles, complaints about complicated interfaces often drive innovation in user-centered design.
NYC Slang
clunky interfaces; a mess of an interface
Synonyms / Sinônimos
complex user interfacesconvoluted interfacesintricate interfacescumbersome interfacesunwieldy interfaces
Antonyms / Antônimos
simple interfacesintuitive interfacesuser-friendly interfacesstreamlined interfacesclean interfaces

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
interfaces complicadas
Standard term used in tech communities and business contexts
São Paulo
interfaces complicadas
Common in tech startups and software development hubs
Rio de Janeiro
interfaces complicadas
Used in tech and creative industries
Portugal
interfaces complicadas
European Portuguese uses the same term; may also see 'interfaces complexas'

Related Words

user experience (UX)user interface (UI)APIusabilityaccessibilitydesign flaw

Related Idioms & Phrases

a nightmare to use
user unfriendly
a steep learning curve
not intuitive
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