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concrete objects

[ˈkɑːŋkrit ˈɑːbdʒɪkts]
noun
objetos concretos
1. Physical, tangible things that can be perceived through the senses and exist in material form, as opposed to abstract concepts or ideas
Concrete objects like chairs, tables, and books are easier for children to understand than abstract concepts.
Objetos concretos como cadeiras, mesas e livros são mais fáceis de entender para crianças do que conceitos abstratos.
2. Things that have a physical presence and can be touched, seen, or measured
In philosophy, concrete objects are distinguished from abstract entities.
Em filosofia, objetos concretos são distinguidos de entidades abstratas.
Synonyms
tangible objectsphysical objectsmaterial objectsobjetos tangíveisobjetos físicosobjetos materiais
Antonyms
abstract objectsabstract conceptsobjetos abstratosconceitos abstratos

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetos concretos
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
objetos concretos
Standard usage in Portugal
Mozambique
objetos concretos
Standard usage in Portuguese-speaking Africa

Related Idioms & Phrases

concrete jungle - urban environment with many buildings
down to brass tacks - getting to concrete details
tê-lo em mãos - to have concrete proof in hand
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