electric tools
[ɪˈlɛktrɪk tuːlz]
nounpl: electric tools
ferramentas elétricas
1. Mechanical devices powered by electricity used for construction, repair, or manufacturing tasks
He used electric tools to build the bookshelf quickly.
Ele usou ferramentas elétricas para construir a estante rapidamente.
2. Power-operated equipment designed to perform specific functions in woodworking, metalworking, or general maintenance
The workshop is equipped with various electric tools including drills and saws.
A oficina está equipada com várias ferramentas elétricas, incluindo furadeiras e serras.
3. Handheld or stationary devices that reduce manual labor by using electrical power
Electric tools have made home renovation projects more accessible to DIY enthusiasts.
As ferramentas elétricas tornaram projetos de reforma caseira mais acessíveis para entusiastas de bricolagem.
Electric tools are fundamental in both Brazilian and American cultures, particularly in construction, woodworking, and DIY home improvement projects. In Brazil, professional contractors and hobbyists alike rely heavily on electric tools due to their efficiency in tropical climates and dense urban construction. The term 'ferramentas elétricas' is widely understood and used in hardware stores (lojas de materiais) and among construction professionals. Safety regulations and proper usage are increasingly emphasized in both countries.
NYC Slang
power tools (commonly used in construction slang)
Related Idioms & Phrases
bring out the big guns (use powerful electric tools)
cut through like butter (using sharp electric tools)
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