contemporary items

[kəmˈtɛmpərɛri ˈɪtəmz]
noun phrasepl: contemporary items
itens contemporâneos
1. Objects, artifacts, or goods that are produced or exist in the present time or current era
The museum's new exhibition features contemporary items from local artists.
A nova exposição do museu apresenta itens contemporâneos de artistas locais.
2. Products or materials that reflect current styles, trends, and cultural values of today
Contemporary items in fashion include sustainable and minimalist designs.
Itens contemporâneos na moda incluem designs sustentáveis e minimalistas.
3. Objects from the same time period as a reference point
The archaeologist studied contemporary items found alongside the ancient artifact.
A arqueóloga estudou itens contemporâneos encontrados junto ao artefato antigo.
The term 'contemporary items' is frequently used in Brazilian and American museums, galleries, and retail contexts to distinguish current works from historical or vintage pieces. In Brazil, this phrase is commonly employed in museum exhibitions, design showcases, and academic discussions about modern culture. The concept emphasizes relevance to today's society and reflects current aesthetic and functional values.
NYC Slang
current stuff
Synonyms / Sinônimos
modern itemscurrent itemspresent-day objectsmodern-day articles
Antonyms / Antônimos
antique itemshistorical itemsvintage itemsarchaic items

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
itens contemporâneos
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
itens atuais
Alternative term emphasizing 'current' or 'present'
Rio de Janeiro
peças contemporâneas
Often used in art and design contexts
Portugal
itens contemporâneos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal usage preferred

Related Words

contemporary artcontemporary designmodern fashioncurrent trends

Related Idioms & Phrases

of the moment
cutting edge items
state-of-the-art products
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