elaborate patterns

[/ɪˈlæbərət ˈpætərnz/]
noun phrasepl: elaborate patterns
padrões elaborados
1. complex, detailed, and carefully designed repeating designs or arrangements
The architect created elaborate patterns on the building's facade.
O arquiteto criou padrões elaborados na fachada do edifício.
2. intricate decorative designs with multiple interconnected elements
The tapestry featured elaborate patterns with gold and silver threads.
A tapeçaria apresentava padrões elaborados com fios de ouro e prata.
3. complex sequences or arrangements that show careful planning and detail
The choreographer designed elaborate patterns for the dance performance.
A coreógrafa desenhou padrões elaborados para o espetáculo de dança.
In Brazilian design and architecture, 'padrões elaborados' is frequently used to describe traditional Portuguese tile work (azulejos) and indigenous Brazilian art patterns. In the US, this phrase is commonly used in fashion, interior design, and contemporary art contexts to convey sophistication and attention to detail.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
intricate designscomplex patternsornate designsdetailed arrangementssophisticated patterns
Antonyms / Antônimos
simple patternsplain designsbasic patternsminimalist designscrude patterns

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
padrões elaborados
most common translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
padrões caprichados
informal variant emphasizing careful craftsmanship
São Paulo
padrões sofisticados
more formal, often used in design and architecture contexts
Portugal
padrões elaborados
same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard European usage

Related Words

ornamentaldecorativeintricatedetaileddesignmotifembellishment

Related Idioms & Phrases

intricate web of patterns
work in patterns
follow a pattern
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