legibility

[/ˌlɛdʒəˈbɪləti/]
noun
legibilidade
1. The quality of being clear enough to read; the degree to which written or printed text can be easily read and understood
The legibility of the document was improved by using a larger font size.
A legibilidade do documento foi melhorada ao usar um tamanho de fonte maior.
2. The quality of being capable of being read or deciphered, especially regarding handwriting or poorly preserved text
The handwriting had poor legibility, making it difficult to understand the message.
A letra tinha uma legibilidade deficiente, dificultando a compreensão da mensagem.
3. In design and typography, the ability of text to be distinguished and recognized as meaningful symbols
Web designers must prioritize legibility when choosing fonts for their websites.
Os designers de web devem priorizar a legibilidade ao escolher fontes para seus sites.
In both Brazil and the USA, legibility is a critical concern in design, education, and accessibility. Brazilian designers increasingly focus on legibility in digital interfaces and public signage. In American contexts, especially in academic and professional settings, legibility standards are often regulated by accessibility guidelines such as the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).
Synonyms / Sinônimos
readabilityclarityintelligibilitydecipherability
Antonyms / Antônimos
illegibilityobscurityunintelligibilityillegibleness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
legibilidade
Standard term used throughout Brazil in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
legibilidade
Commonly used in design and publishing industries
Rio de Janeiro
legibilidade
Standard usage, sometimes informally shortened to 'leitura' in casual contexts
Portugal
legibilidade
Identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese; standard in design and formal writing

Related Words

legiblereadabletypographyfontcontrastcomprehension

Related Idioms & Phrases

for the sake of legibility
improve legibility
enhance legibility
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