quick alterations

[KWIK awl-tuh-RAY-shunz]
noun phrase
alterações rápidas
1. Fast or speedy changes made to clothing, garments, or other items, typically involving hemming, resizing, or minor repairs
The tailor offers quick alterations for wedding dresses within 24 hours.
O alfaiate oferece alterações rápidas para vestidos de noiva em 24 horas.
2. Rapid modifications or adjustments made to plans, documents, or designs
We need quick alterations to the proposal before the meeting.
Precisamos de alterações rápidas na proposta antes da reunião.
3. Swift changes or amendments to any item or arrangement
Quick alterations were made to the event schedule due to weather concerns.
Alterações rápidas foram feitas no cronograma do evento devido a preocupações com o clima.
In Brazil, quick alterations services are very common in shopping malls and neighborhoods, with tailors offering same-day or next-day services. This phrase is particularly relevant in fashion retail and wedding industries. In NYC, this service is typically marketed as 'rush alterations' and is a standard offering in dry cleaning establishments and high-end tailor shops.
NYC Slang
rush job
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fast changesspeedy modificationsrapid adjustmentsexpress repairs
Antonyms / Antônimos
slow alterationslengthy modificationsdelayed changesextensive renovations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
alterações rápidas
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
consertos rápidos
More informal, emphasizing repair aspect
São Paulo
alterações express
Often uses English 'express' word in commercial context
Portugal
alterações rápidas / ajustes rápidos
Uses 'ajustes' more frequently than in Brazil

Related Words

tailoringhemmingresizingmendingamendmentsadjustments

Related Idioms & Phrases

last-minute alterations
quick fix
on the double
in a jiffy
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