individual specifications

[/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl ˌspesɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/]
nounfemininepl: individual specifications
especificações individuais
1. Detailed requirements or technical characteristics that apply to a single person, product, or item rather than a group or standard set
The architect designed the house according to the client's individual specifications.
O arquiteto projetou a casa de acordo com as especificações individuais do cliente.
2. Particular standards or requirements tailored to meet unique needs or preferences
Each vehicle was built to individual specifications requested by the buyer.
Cada veículo foi construído conforme as especificações individuais solicitadas pelo comprador.
3. Custom technical details in manufacturing, engineering, or product development
The software was developed according to individual specifications for each department.
O software foi desenvolvido de acordo com as especificações individuais de cada departamento.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American business contexts, particularly in manufacturing, software development, construction, and automotive industries. In Brazil, 'especificações individuais' reflects the cultural value placed on customization and personalization of products and services. American companies often emphasize 'individual specifications' when marketing luxury or premium services.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
custom specificationsparticular requirementspersonalized standardsunique characteristicsbespoke details
Antonyms / Antônimos
standard specificationsgeneric requirementsuniversal standardsgeneral specifications

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
especificações individuais
Standard term used across Brazil in technical and commercial contexts
São Paulo
especificações personalizadas
More commonly used in business and manufacturing sectors
Rio de Janeiro
especificações sob medida
Common in construction and custom services
Portugal
especificações individuais
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'especificações customizadas' in technical fields

Related Words

customizationrequirementstechnical standardsdetailed requirementsperformance criteriadesign parameters

Related Idioms & Phrases

to the letter (following individual specifications exactly)
made to order (products built to individual specifications)
tailor-made
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