poorly maintained road
[ˈpʊrli meɪnˈteɪnd roʊd]
noun phrasepl: poorly maintained roads
estrada mal conservada
1. a road that has not been properly cared for, repaired, or upkept, resulting in deteriorated surface conditions and safety hazards
The poorly maintained road had numerous potholes that made the drive uncomfortable.
A estrada mal conservada tinha inúmeras buracos que tornavam a viagem desconfortável.
2. infrastructure that lacks adequate repairs, resurfacing, or regular maintenance work
The city received complaints about the poorly maintained road in the suburbs.
A cidade recebeu reclamações sobre a estrada mal conservada nos subúrbios.
In Brazil, poorly maintained roads are a common infrastructure complaint, particularly in peripheral areas and rural regions. The phrase 'estrada esburacada' (road full of potholes) is widely used in São Paulo, while 'arrebentada' reflects the casual Rio de Janeiro speech. In the USA, this issue is often politicized regarding municipal budgets and infrastructure spending.
NYC Slang
pothole-riddled street; beat-up road
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