constructors
[/kənˈstrʌktərz/]
nounpl: constructors (already plural form; singular: constructor)
construtores
1. Persons or companies that build or construct buildings, infrastructure, or other structures
The constructors finished the new office building ahead of schedule.
Os construtores terminaram o novo prédio de escritórios antes do prazo.
2. In programming, special methods in a class that initialize objects
The constructors in this Java class set up the initial values for all attributes.
Os construtores nesta classe Java definem os valores iniciais para todos os atributos.
3. In motorsports (Formula 1), teams or manufacturers competing in races
The constructors' championship is decided by the combined points of both team drivers.
O campeonato de construtores é decidido pelos pontos combinados dos dois pilotos da equipe.
In Brazil, 'construtores' and 'construtoras' are integral to the real estate and construction boom, particularly in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In motorsports, especially Formula 1 which is followed enthusiastically in Brazil, the term 'construtores' specifically refers to racing teams. In programming education, which has grown significantly in Brazil, the term is increasingly used in technical contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
constructors' championship (in motorsports)
master builder / master constructor (skilled builder)
general contractor / general constructor
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