mass-produced fabrics

[mæs prəˈdjuːst ˈfæbrɪks]
nounpl: mass-produced fabrics
tecidos produzidos em massa
1. Fabrics manufactured in large quantities using industrial machinery and standardized processes for commercial distribution and sales
The clothing store sells mass-produced fabrics that are affordable for everyday consumers.
A loja de roupas vende tecidos produzidos em massa que são acessíveis para consumidores comuns.
2. Textiles created through high-volume manufacturing rather than handmade or artisanal methods
Mass-produced fabrics often lack the uniqueness of handwoven textiles.
Os tecidos produzidos em massa frequentemente carecem da singularidade dos têxteis tecidos à mão.
In Brazil, mass-produced fabrics are dominant in the fashion and textile industry due to industrialization and cost efficiency. The term reflects the country's significant role in global textile manufacturing. In the USA, mass-produced fabrics are associated with fast fashion and affordable retail, while artisanal alternatives have gained popularity among consumers seeking sustainability and uniqueness.
NYC Slang
fast fashion fabrics
Synonyms / Sinônimos
industrial fabricscommercial textilesfactory-made fabricsmanufactured textilesstandardized fabrics
Antonyms / Antônimos
handmade fabricsartisanal textilescustom fabricshandwoven fabricsbespoke textiles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
tecidos produzidos em massa
Most common and standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
tecidos de produção em série
Alternative term emphasizing series production
Rio de Janeiro
tecidos de fábrica
More informal, colloquial usage
Portugal
têxteis de produção industrial
More formal European Portuguese usage

Related Words

textile manufacturingindustrial productionfabric qualitysynthetic fiberscotton blendsgarment industry

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the rack
ready-made fabrics
commercial production
assembly line fabrics
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