multiple parts

[ˈmʌltɪpəl pɑːrts]
noun phrase
múltiplas partes
1. Several or many distinct components or pieces that together form a whole
The machine consists of multiple parts that work together.
A máquina é composta de múltiplas partes que funcionam juntas.
2. Various sections or divisions of something
The project is divided into multiple parts for easier management.
O projeto é dividido em múltiplas partes para facilitar a gestão.
3. A series or sequence of separate elements
The film was released in multiple parts over several months.
O filme foi lançado em múltiplas partes ao longo de vários meses.
This is a technical and neutral term used across both Brazilian Portuguese and American English contexts, particularly in engineering, manufacturing, software development, and literary contexts. In Brazil, it's commonly used in instructional materials and technical documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
several componentsmany piecesnumerous sectionsvarious elementsdiverse segments
Antonyms / Antônimos
single partwhole unitunified wholesingle component

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
múltiplas partes
Most common and standard usage
São Paulo
múltiplas partes / vários pedaços
Both formal and informal usage acceptable
Rio de Janeiro
múltiplas partes / vários componentes
Slightly more formal preference
Portugal
múltiplas partes / várias peças
Similar usage to Brazil with occasional preference for 'várias peças'

Related Words

componentspiecessectionssegmentselementsmodulesdivisions

Related Idioms & Phrases

break something into multiple parts
come in multiple parts
assembled from multiple parts
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