inadequate repairs
[ɪnˈædɪkwət rɪˈpɛrz]
noun phrasepl: inadequate repairs
reparos inadequados
1. Repairs that are insufficient, substandard, or fail to properly fix or resolve a problem
The landlord's inadequate repairs left the roof still leaking after the rainstorm.
Os reparos inadequados do proprietário deixaram o telhado ainda vazando após a chuva.
2. Work done to fix something that does not meet legal, safety, or quality standards
The car mechanic performed inadequate repairs, and the vehicle broke down again within a week.
O mecânico realizou reparos inadequados e o veículo quebrou novamente em uma semana.
3. Maintenance or restoration work that fails to address the root cause of damage
Inadequate repairs to the foundation could lead to serious structural problems later.
Reparos inadequados na fundação podem levar a sérios problemas estruturais depois.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, inadequate repairs are a common source of consumer complaints and legal disputes. In Brazil, tenant-landlord disputes often involve claims of 'reparos inadequados,' which can be grounds for rent reduction or lease termination. In the USA, this is frequently addressed through consumer protection laws and small claims courts. The term reflects consumer awareness of quality standards and workers' rights.
NYC Slang
half-ass repairs / hack job
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