manufactured items

[/ˌmænjuˈfæktʃərd ˈaɪtəmz/]
nounpl: manufactured items
produtos manufaturados
1. Goods that have been made or produced in a factory or through industrial processes, rather than occurring naturally or being handcrafted
The store sells a variety of manufactured items including electronics, textiles, and household appliances.
A loja vende uma variedade de produtos manufaturados, incluindo eletrônicos, têxteis e eletrodomésticos.
2. Mass-produced commodities created through mechanized or industrial production methods
Manufactured items are often cheaper than handmade goods due to economies of scale.
Os produtos manufaturados geralmente são mais baratos do que produtos artesanais devido às economias de escala.
In Brazil, the distinction between 'produtos manufaturados' and 'produtos artesanais' is significant in consumer culture, with locally manufactured goods often being compared to imported items. The term is frequently used in commercial, economic, and trade contexts, particularly in discussions about industrial policy and consumer protection.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mass-produced goodsindustrial productsfactory goodsprocessed goodsfabricated items
Antonyms / Antônimos
handcrafted itemsartisanal productsnatural productsraw materialshandmade goods

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
produtos manufaturados
Standard term used throughout Brazil in commercial and industrial contexts
São Paulo
itens fabricados
Alternative term commonly used in industrial and commercial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
produtos industrializados
Commonly used variant emphasizing industrial origin
Portugal
artigos manufacturados
Portuguese variant; more formal and traditional usage

Related Words

manufacturingproductioncommoditiesconsumer goodsindustrial production

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the assembly line
factory fresh
mass production
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