extra adjustments

[/ˈɛkstrə əˈdʒʌstmənts/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (already plural)
ajustes adicionais
1. Additional modifications or corrections made beyond the standard or initial adjustments
The mechanic made extra adjustments to ensure the engine ran smoothly.
O mecânico fez ajustes adicionais para garantir que o motor funcionasse corretamente.
2. Supplementary fine-tuning or calibration in technical or professional contexts
Extra adjustments were needed to align the telescope properly.
Ajustes adicionais foram necessários para alinhar o telescópio corretamente.
3. Additional charges or fees for modifications beyond standard service
There will be extra adjustments to your bill for the custom modifications.
Haverá ajustes adicionais em sua conta pelos ajustes personalizados.
In Brazil, 'ajustes adicionais' is commonly used in automotive repair shops, construction, and technical service industries. It often implies additional labor costs or charges. In the USA, the phrase is neutral and widely used across industries. Both cultures recognize this as a standard business term in negotiations and service agreements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
additional adjustmentsfurther modificationssupplementary tweaksfine-tuningadditional calibrations
Antonyms / Antônimos
standard adjustmentsbasic adjustmentsno adjustments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ajustes adicionais
Most common usage in professional and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ajustes extras
Common colloquial variant in service industries
São Paulo
ajustes adicionais / ajustes complementares
Formal usage in business and technical documentation
Portugal
ajustes adicionais / reajustamentos extras
Portuguese European variant, less common usage

Related Words

adjustmentmodificationcalibrationfine-tuningcustomizationalteration

Related Idioms & Phrases

make adjustments on the fly
fine-tune the details
go the extra mile
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