reparability

[/ˌrɛpərəˈbɪləti/]
noun
capacidade de reparo
1. the quality or state of being able to be repaired or fixed
The reparability of modern smartphones has become a major concern for consumers.
A capacidade de reparo dos smartphones modernos tornou-se uma preocupação importante para os consumidores.
2. the degree to which a damaged item can be restored to working condition
The manufacturer improved the reparability score of their products this year.
O fabricante melhorou a pontuação de reparo de seus produtos este ano.
3. in legal context: the ability of something to be compensated or made good
The court questioned the reparability of the damages caused by the breach of contract.
O tribunal questionou a possibilidade de reparação dos danos causados pela quebra do contrato.
The concept of reparability has gained significant importance in both American and Brazilian consumer movements, particularly regarding environmental sustainability and consumer rights. In Brazil, the term 'direito ao reparo' (right to repair) has become increasingly relevant in discussions about electronic waste and corporate responsibility.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
repairabilityfixabilityrestorability
Antonyms / Antônimos
irreparabilityunfixability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capacidade de reparo
most common usage in Brazil
Portugal
capacidade de reparação
more formal, preferred in European Portuguese
Technical/Legal
reparabilidade
direct transliteration used in technical and legal documents

Related Words

repairrepairablerepairmanmaintenancerestoration

Related Idioms & Phrases

right to repair
planned obsolescence versus reparability
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