maximum weight

[ˈmæksɪməm weɪt]
nounpl: maximum weights
peso máximo
1. The greatest or highest weight that something can be or is allowed to be
The maximum weight for carry-on luggage on this airline is 22 pounds.
O peso máximo para bagagem de mão nesta companhia aérea é 10 quilos.
2. In sports, the upper limit of weight for a competitor in a weight class
The heavyweight boxer exceeded the maximum weight allowed for his division.
O boxeador peso-pesado excedeu o peso máximo permitido para sua categoria.
3. The highest safe or rated weight capacity of a structure or vehicle
The elevator has a maximum weight capacity of 1,000 kilograms.
O elevador tem uma capacidade de peso máximo de 1.000 quilogramas.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and American contexts for airline baggage policies, gym weight classes, and vehicle safety regulations. In Brazil, it's frequently used in sports (boxing, weightlifting) and logistics industries. Americans often encounter this phrase when packing luggage or checking equipment specifications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
upper weight limitweight limitmaximum allowable weightweight capacity
Antonyms / Antônimos
minimum weightlower weight limit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
peso máximo
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
peso máximo
Common in commercial and logistics contexts
Portugal
peso máximo
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

weight restrictionweight classload capacitygross weight

Related Idioms & Phrases

under the maximum weight
exceed the maximum weight
stay within the maximum weight limit
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