permeable soil

[/ˈpɜːrmiəbəl sɔɪl/]
nounpl: permeable soils
solo permeável
1. Soil that allows water and other liquids to pass through it relatively easily due to its porous structure and large interconnected voids
Sandy soil is a permeable soil that drains water quickly.
Solo arenoso é um solo permeável que drena água rapidamente.
2. In engineering and environmental contexts, soil with a hydraulic conductivity high enough to allow groundwater flow and filtration
Permeable soil is essential for natural water filtration and groundwater recharge.
Solo permeável é essencial para a filtração natural da água e recarga de aquíferos.
3. Soil suitable for drainage systems, septic systems, and environmental remediation projects
The permeable soil at this site makes it ideal for installing a drainage field.
O solo permeável neste local o torna ideal para instalar um campo de drenagem.
In Brazil, the term 'solo permeável' is primarily used in technical and scientific contexts, particularly in civil engineering, environmental consulting, and agricultural studies. Understanding soil permeability is crucial in tropical regions like Brazil where heavy rainfall and drainage systems are essential for construction and environmental management. In the USA, permeable soil discussions often relate to green infrastructure and sustainable development practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
porous soilwell-draining soilsandy soilcoarse-grained soil
Antonyms / Antônimos
impermeable soilclay soilcompacted soilwaterproof soil

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
solo permeável
Standard technical term used in civil engineering and soil science
São Paulo
solo permeável / solo drenável
Both terms widely used in engineering and construction contexts
Rio de Janeiro
solo permeável
Common in coastal engineering and foundation studies
Portugal
solo permeável / solo drenante
Both terms used; European Portuguese may prefer 'solo drenante'

Related Words

soil drainagehydraulic conductivitygroundwatersoil textureporosityinfiltrationpercolationsoil composition

Related Idioms & Phrases

permeable soil allows water to infiltrate
highly permeable soil
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