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hand methods
[/hænd ˈmɛθədz/]
noun
pl: hand methods
métodos manuais
1.
Techniques or procedures performed manually without mechanical or electronic assistance
The craftsman preferred hand methods for woodworking to ensure precision.
O artesão preferia métodos manuais para trabalhar a madeira a fim de garantir precisão.
2.
Traditional or conventional approaches that rely on physical labor rather than automation
In agriculture, some farmers still use hand methods for harvesting delicate crops.
Na agricultura, alguns agricultores ainda usam métodos manuais para colher culturas delicadas.
Synonyms
manual methods
manual techniques
hands-on approaches
traditional methods
manual labor
Antonyms
automated methods
mechanical methods
electronic methods
machine methods
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
métodos manuais
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
métodos manuais
Standard term used in Portugal
General
técnicas feitas à mão
Alternative phrase emphasizing handmade aspect
Related Idioms & Phrases
to do something by hand
hands-on approach
elbow grease
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