inflatable

[/ɪnˈfleɪtəbl/]
adjective, nounpl: inflatables (noun form)
inflável
1. capable of being inflated; able to be filled with air or gas
The inflatable mattress is perfect for camping trips.
O colchão inflável é perfeito para viagens de acampamento.
2. a toy or object made of rubber or plastic that can be blown up with air
The children played with inflatables in the swimming pool.
As crianças brincavam com infláveis na piscina.
3. expandable or subject to inflation in terms of economics or value
The company criticized inflatable prices during the economic crisis.
A empresa criticou os preços inflacionáveis durante a crise econômica.
In Brazil, 'inflável' is commonly used for children's toys, pool floats, and beach equipment. The word has become increasingly important in economic discussions regarding inflation. In American English, inflatables are particularly popular for outdoor recreation and summer activities, reflecting the culture's emphasis on leisure and family entertainment.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
expandablepneumaticair-filledpuffable
Antonyms / Antônimos
deflatablerigidsolidnon-expandable

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
inflável
Standard term used throughout Brazil for inflatable objects and toys
São Paulo
inflável
Common usage in commercial and everyday contexts
Rio de Janeiro
inflável
Popular for beach toys and water park equipment
Portugal
insuflável
Alternative Portuguese term, less common in Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

inflatedeflateair pumpballoonpneumaticbuoyant

Related Idioms & Phrases

inflatable expectations - expectativas infladas/exageradas
inflatable costs - custos inflacionáveis
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