cumbersome equipment
[ˈkʌmbərsəm ɪˈkwɪpmənt]
noun phrasepl: cumbersome equipment (invariable) or cumbersome equipments
equipamento pesado
1. Heavy, bulky, or awkward machinery, tools, or apparatus that is difficult to carry, transport, or use
The cumbersome equipment made it difficult for the rescue team to navigate through the narrow passages.
O equipamento pesado dificultou a navegação da equipe de resgate pelas passagens estreitas.
2. Gear or apparatus that impedes movement or efficiency due to its size or weight
Soldiers complained about the cumbersome equipment they had to carry during the long march.
Os soldados reclamavam do equipamento pesado que tinham de carregar durante a longa marcha.
This phrase is commonly used in military, medical, industrial, and outdoor expedition contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking cultures. In Brazil, workplace safety discussions frequently reference 'equipamento pesado' when discussing ergonomic concerns and worker protection regulations.
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