higher quantities

[ˈhaɪ.ər ˈkwɒn.tɪ.tiz]
noun phrase
quantidades maiores
1. Greater amounts or volumes of something; larger numerical measures or measurements
The factory produces higher quantities of goods during peak season.
A fábrica produz quantidades maiores de produtos durante a época de pico.
2. Increased numbers or proportions compared to a baseline or previous measure
We need to order higher quantities to meet customer demand.
Precisamos encomendar quantidades maiores para atender à demanda dos clientes.
3. Bulk amounts typically associated with wholesale or large-scale operations
Buying in higher quantities usually results in lower per-unit costs.
Comprar em quantidades maiores geralmente resulta em custos menores por unidade.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and American business environments, particularly in retail, manufacturing, and supply chain discussions. In Brazil, it's standard terminology in commercial transactions and negotiations. The concept of 'higher quantities' often triggers discussions about 'desconto' (discount) or 'preço por unidade' (unit price) in Brazilian business culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
larger amountsgreater volumesincreased quantitiesbulk amountshigher volumes
Antonyms / Antônimos
lower quantitiessmaller amountsreduced volumeslesser quantitiesminimal amounts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
quantidades maiores
Standard usage in business and commercial contexts
São Paulo
quantidades maiores / volumes maiores
Common in industrial and commercial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
quantidades maiores / maiores quantidades
Both word orders acceptable in informal speech
Portugal
quantidades superiores / maiores quantidades
Slightly more formal; 'superiores' preferred in technical contexts

Related Words

bulkwholesalevolumeinventorystocksupply

Related Idioms & Phrases

in bulk
wholesale quantities
large-scale production
economy of scale
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