inferior materials
[ɪnˈfɪriər məˈtɪriəlz]
noun phrase
materiais inferiores
1. materials of low quality, poor durability, or substandard composition used in manufacturing or construction
The contractor was caught using inferior materials in the construction of the building.
O contratante foi pego usando materiais inferiores na construção do prédio.
2. substances or components that lack the desired properties, performance, or standards expected for a particular purpose
These shoes fell apart quickly because they were made with inferior materials.
Estes sapatos se desfizeram rapidamente porque foram feitos com materiais inferiores.
3. raw materials of lower grade or quality compared to premium alternatives
The company cut costs by switching to inferior materials without informing consumers.
A empresa reduziu custos mudando para materiais inferiores sem informar os consumidores.
This phrase is commonly used in consumer protection discussions in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it often appears in context of product recalls and regulatory violations. In the USA, it's frequently associated with class action lawsuits and consumer advocacy. The term reflects growing consumer awareness about product quality and ethical manufacturing practices.
NYC Slang
cheap stuff; junky materials; garbage quality
Related Idioms & Phrases
cutting corners with inferior materials
using inferior materials to save costs
passed off as inferior materials
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