full-size

[/fʊl saɪz/]
adjective
tamanho real
1. of the normal or standard size; not reduced, miniature, or compact
I bought a full-size refrigerator instead of a compact model.
Comprei uma geladeira de tamanho real em vez de um modelo compacto.
2. at actual or original dimensions; life-size
The museum displayed a full-size replica of the dinosaur skeleton.
O museu exibiu uma réplica de tamanho real do esqueleto do dinossauro.
3. complete or comprehensive, without limitations
She received full-size benefits after completing her probation period.
Ela recebeu benefícios completos após terminar seu período de experiência.
The term 'full-size' is widely used in both American and Brazilian consumer contexts, particularly in furniture, appliances, and vehicle descriptions. In Brazil, distinguishing between full-size and compact versions is increasingly important due to space constraints in urban apartments, making this term commercially significant.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
life-sizestandard-sizeregular-sizenormal-size
Antonyms / Antônimos
miniaturecompactreducedminitoy-size

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tamanho real
most common translation, used in everyday contexts
General Brazilian
de tamanho normal
alternative phrase emphasizing standard dimensions
São Paulo
tamanho padrão
commonly used in commercial and technical contexts
Portugal
tamanho real
same as Brazilian usage; also 'tamanho natural' occasionally used

Related Words

sizedimensionscaleproportioncompact

Related Idioms & Phrases

full-size bed (cama de casal padrão)
full-size sedan (sedan de tamanho real)
go full-size (mudar para a versão de tamanho completo)
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