produtos falsificados
1. counterfeit or imitation products made to deceive consumers into thinking they are genuine branded items
The police seized tons of fake goods at the market, including counterfeit designer handbags and watches.
A polícia apreendeu toneladas de produtos falsificados no mercado, incluindo bolsas e relógios de marca contrafeitos.
2. merchandise that imitates authentic products in appearance but lacks the quality and legitimacy of the original
Consumers should be cautious when purchasing online to avoid fake goods at inflated prices.
Os consumidores devem ter cuidado ao comprar online para evitar produtos falsificados com preços inflacionados.
The trade in fake goods is a significant underground economy in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in large urban markets and informal commerce sectors. In Brazil, 'produtos falsificados' is a major concern in markets like SAARA in Rio de Janeiro and shopping areas in São Paulo. Law enforcement agencies in both countries actively combat this practice due to impacts on legitimate businesses, consumer safety, and government tax revenue.
NYC Slang
knockoffs, bootlegs, swag (in older slang)
Related Idioms & Phrases
street goods (goods sold illegally on the street)
hot merchandise (stolen or illegal goods)
too good to be true (suspiciously cheap, likely counterfeit)
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