standard characteristic

[ˈstændərd ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk]
nounfemininepl: standard characteristics / características padrão
característica padrão
1. A typical or usual feature or quality that is commonly expected or recognized as normal for something
Durability is a standard characteristic of high-quality products.
A durabilidade é uma característica padrão dos produtos de alta qualidade.
2. A distinctive trait or attribute that conforms to an established norm or specification
Clear communication is a standard characteristic of effective leadership.
A comunicação clara é uma característica padrão da liderança eficaz.
3. A baseline feature used as a reference point for comparison or evaluation
The standard characteristics of this smartphone model include a 6.1-inch display.
As características padrão deste modelo de smartphone incluem uma tela de 6,1 polegadas.
In Brazilian business and technical environments, 'característica padrão' is widely used in product descriptions, manufacturing specifications, and quality control documentation. In Portugal, there's slightly more variation in terminology, with 'traço característico' being equally acceptable in formal contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
typical featurestandard featurecommon attributeusual qualitybasic characteristic
Antonyms / Antônimos
unusual characteristicexceptional featureatypical qualitynon-standard attribute

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
característica padrão
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
característica padrão / traço característico
Business and technical contexts prefer 'característica padrão'
Rio de Janeiro
característica padrão
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'característica'
Portugal
característica padrão / traço característico
Similar usage but may prefer 'traço característico' in some contexts

Related Words

specificationattributetraitfeaturequalitypropertynormstandard

Related Idioms & Phrases

up to standard
meet standard characteristics
fall short of standard
set the standard
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