man-made structures
[mæn meɪd ˈstrʌktʃərz]
noun phrasepl: man-made structures
estruturas artificiais / estruturas construídas pelo homem
1. Buildings, bridges, roads, dams, and other physical constructions created by humans rather than occurring naturally
The city is filled with impressive man-made structures like skyscrapers and suspension bridges.
A cidade está repleta de estruturas artificiais impressionantes como arranha-céus e pontes suspensas.
2. Any artificial or engineered construction designed and built by people for functional or aesthetic purposes
Man-made structures have transformed the landscape dramatically over the past century.
As estruturas construídas pelo homem transformaram drasticamente a paisagem ao longo do século passado.
3. Infrastructure and buildings that contrast with natural geographical features
The contrast between man-made structures and natural mountains is striking in this region.
O contraste entre as estruturas artificiais e as montanhas naturais é impressionante nesta região.
In Brazil, discussion of man-made structures often relates to rapid urbanization and development, particularly in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The phrase is frequently used in environmental debates comparing urban development with natural preservation. In the USA, the term is commonly used in architecture, engineering, and urban planning discussions, and often appears in environmental and sustainability conversations.
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