constructed building

[/kənˈstrʌktɪd ˈbɪldɪŋ/]
nounpl: constructed buildings
edifício construído
1. A structure that has been built or erected, typically a permanent structure designed for human occupation or use
The constructed building meets all modern safety standards.
O edifício construído atende a todos os padrões modernos de segurança.
2. A completed architectural or engineering work, as opposed to a theoretical design or work in progress
The constructed building showcases innovative sustainable design.
O edifício construído apresenta um design sustentável inovador.
In Brazil, 'edifício construído' is formal language used in legal, architectural, and real estate documents. Casually, Brazilians often simply say 'prédio' (building). The term is important in discussions about urban development, property registration (registro imobiliário), and construction industry standards.
NYC Slang
structure / the building
Synonyms / Sinônimos
constructed structureerected buildingfinished buildingcompleted buildingbuilt structure
Antonyms / Antônimos
planned buildingproposed buildingdemolished buildingunfinished building

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
edifício construído
Most common formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
edifício construído / prédio construído
Prédio is commonly used in everyday speech
São Paulo
edifício construído / imóvel construído
Imóvel is frequently used in real estate contexts
Portugal
edifício construído / prédio construído
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; prédio is colloquial

Related Words

constructionarchitectureinfrastructurebuilding codestructural designreal estate

Related Idioms & Phrases

standing building
built environment
new construction
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