internal features

[ɪnˈtɜːrnəl ˈfiːtʃərz]
nounpl: N/A (already plural)
características internas
1. Structural, functional, or design elements that exist within or inside something, not visible from the exterior
The internal features of the smartphone include the processor and memory chips.
As características internas do smartphone incluem o processador e os chips de memória.
2. In architecture or design, the interior elements and spatial arrangements within a building or structure
The building's internal features were redesigned to improve workflow.
As características internas do edifício foram redesenhadas para melhorar o fluxo de trabalho.
3. In biology or medicine, physical or biological attributes located inside an organism or anatomical structure
The internal features of the cell can be observed under a microscope.
As características internas da célula podem ser observadas sob um microscópio.
This term is widely used in technical, medical, architectural, and engineering contexts across both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it is commonly employed in product design, software development, and construction industries. The phrase emphasizes the distinction between visible/aesthetic aspects and functional or structural components.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interior featuresinner characteristicsinternal attributesinside componentsinterior elements
Antonyms / Antônimos
external featuresouter characteristicssurface featuresexterior elements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
características internas
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
características internas
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
São Paulo
características internas
Standard usage, particularly in technical and business contexts
Portugal
características internas; traços internos
Both forms used, slight preference for 'traços internos' in technical contexts

Related Words

internal structureinterior designmechanical componentsfunctional propertiesanatomical featuresarchitectural layout

Related Idioms & Phrases

what's on the inside
under the hood
the inner workings
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