portable tool
[/ˈpɔːr.tə.bəl tuːl/]
nounpl: portable tools
ferramenta portátil
1. A tool that is designed to be easily carried or moved from one place to another, typically lightweight and compact
The carpenter always keeps a portable tool kit in his truck for quick repairs.
O carpinteiro sempre mantém um kit de ferramentas portáteis em seu caminhão para reparos rápidos.
2. A hand-held or easily transportable implement used for construction, maintenance, or DIY work
She bought a portable tool set for her new apartment to handle basic household fixes.
Ela comprou um conjunto de ferramentas portáteis para seu novo apartamento para lidar com consertos básicos.
In Brazil, portable tools are extremely common due to the prevalence of informal repairs and DIY culture, especially in residential areas. Tool kits are often given as housewarming gifts. In the USA, portable tool sets are essential for homeowners and are commonly found in garages and trucks, reflecting the culture of self-sufficiency and do-it-yourself home maintenance.
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