delicate garments

[ˈdɛlɪkət ˈɡɑrmənts]
noun phrasepl: delicate garments
roupas delicadas
1. Clothing items made from fragile, soft, or fine fabrics that require careful handling and special washing methods
Delicate garments such as silk blouses and lace underwear should be hand-washed in cold water.
Roupas delicadas como blusas de seda e lingerie de renda devem ser lavadas à mão em água fria.
2. Undergarments, intimate apparel, or lightweight clothing that needs gentle care
The store specializes in delicate garments for women.
A loja se especializa em roupas delicadas para mulheres.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, 'delicate garments' typically refers to undergarments and intimate apparel requiring special laundry care. Brazilians often use 'roupas delicadas' in laundry contexts, while the term can also imply femininity and elegance. The phrase is commonly found on washing machine settings and clothing care labels universally.
NYC Slang
delicates
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fine garmentsfragile clothingintimate appareldelicateslingerie
Antonyms / Antônimos
heavy garmentssturdy clothingdurable clothesrugged wear

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
roupas delicadas
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
roupas finas
Common alternative, emphasizing fine quality
São Paulo
peças delicadas
Uses 'peças' (pieces) instead of 'roupas'
Portugal
peças delicadas
Portuguese preference for 'peças' over 'roupas' in formal contexts

Related Words

lingerieundergarmentssilklacehand-washfabric caregentle cycle

Related Idioms & Phrases

handle with kid gloves
treat with care
wash on gentle cycle
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