man-made structure

[mæn meɪd ˈstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: man-made structures
estrutura artificial
1. A building, bridge, or other construction created by humans rather than occurring naturally
The dam is a massive man-made structure that controls water flow.
A barragem é uma estrutura artificial massiva que controla o fluxo de água.
2. Any physical infrastructure or edifice deliberately designed and built by people
Skyscrapers are impressive man-made structures in modern cities.
Arranha-céus são estruturas artificiais impressionantes nas cidades modernas.
In Brazil, the term 'estrutura artificial' is widely used in academic, technical, and environmental contexts, particularly when discussing urban development, engineering projects, and conservation efforts. It's commonly used to distinguish human creations from natural ecosystems, especially in debates about environmental preservation and sustainability.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
artificial structureconstructed buildinghuman-made edificeengineered facility
Antonyms / Antônimos
natural formationnatural structuregeological feature

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura artificial
Most common and formal term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
construção humana
Alternative colloquial expression
São Paulo
obra civil
Technical term used in engineering and construction contexts
Portugal
estrutura construída pelo homem
More literal translation preferred in European Portuguese

Related Words

architectureengineeringconstructioninfrastructuremonumentbuilding

Related Idioms & Phrases

built by human hands
products of civilization
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