ready-made items
[/ˈrɛdi meɪd ˈaɪtəmz/]
nounpl: ready-made items
artigos prontos
1. Products or goods that are already manufactured and available for immediate purchase, rather than being custom-made or assembled on demand
The store sells ready-made items such as clothing, furniture, and accessories.
A loja vende artigos prontos como roupas, móveis e acessórios.
2. Mass-produced goods that come in standardized forms without customization
Ready-made items are usually cheaper than custom-made alternatives.
Os artigos prontos geralmente são mais baratos do que as alternativas feitas sob medida.
3. Products prepared and packaged for sale in their finished state
The restaurant serves ready-made items rather than cooking fresh meals.
O restaurante serve artigos prontos em vez de cozinhar refeições frescas.
In Brazil, the ready-made items market (artigos prontos) is extremely popular in retail environments, particularly in shopping centers and street markets. This reflects consumer preference for quick, affordable purchases. The fashion industry uses the term 'prêt-à-porter' (ready-to-wear) extensively. In the USA, 'ready-made' emphasizes convenience and standardization, while in Portugal, the terminology tends to be more formal and technical.
NYC Slang
off-the-rack; store-bought goods
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