master repairs

[ˈmæstər rɪˈpɛrz]
nounpl: master repairs
reparos mestres
1. Major or comprehensive repairs performed by a skilled professional or master craftsman that address fundamental structural or functional issues
The contractor performed master repairs on the historic building's foundation.
O contratante realizou reparos mestres na fundação do edifício histórico.
2. Essential repairs that require expertise and experience, often involving complete restoration or overhaul of significant components
Master repairs on the ship's engine took three weeks to complete.
Os reparos mestres no motor do navio levaram três semanas para ser concluídos.
3. In maritime terminology, repairs conducted in a shipyard by master technicians addressing critical vessel systems
The vessel underwent master repairs before returning to service.
O navio passou por reparos mestres antes de retornar ao serviço.
This term is particularly common in maritime, construction, and automotive industries in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, it emphasizes the expertise required for such work, reflecting the importance of skilled labor ('mestres') in Portuguese-speaking cultures. The phrase often appears in official reports and technical documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
major repairscomprehensive repairsextensive repairsskilled repairsexpert repairs
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor repairsquick fixespatch jobsroutine maintenance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reparos mestres
Standard usage for major repairs by skilled professionals
Rio de Janeiro
reparos maiores
Alternative expression commonly used in maritime context
São Paulo
reparações de mestre
Formal term used in industrial and construction sectors
Portugal
reparações mestres
Portuguese standard with slight variation in gender agreement

Related Words

restorationoverhaulmaintenancecraftsmantechnicianshipyardrenovation

Related Idioms & Phrases

needs master repairs
undergo master repairs
master repairs in progress
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