sturdy material

[ˈstɜːrdi məˈtɪriəl]
noun phrasepl: sturdy materials
material resistente
1. A strong, durable substance or fabric that can withstand wear, pressure, or damage without breaking or deteriorating
The backpack is made of sturdy material that will last for years.
A mochila é feita de material resistente que durará por anos.
2. Construction or textile material designed for heavy-duty use and durability
We chose sturdy material for the outdoor furniture to resist weather conditions.
Escolhemos material resistente para o móvel de exterior para resistir às condições climáticas.
In Brazil, the emphasis on 'material resistente' reflects the practical concern for durability in tropical climates and heavy use contexts. In American English, 'sturdy' is commonly used in marketing and product descriptions for outdoor gear, furniture, and workwear. The term is particularly important in Brazilian Portuguese when discussing clothing, bags, and construction materials.
NYC Slang
tough material / solid construction
Synonyms / Sinônimos
durable materialrobust materialstrong materialheavy-duty materialresilient material
Antonyms / Antônimos
fragile materialdelicate materialflimsy materialweak material

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
material resistente
Most common translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
material de qualidade
Sometimes used to emphasize quality and durability
São Paulo
material resistente / material robusto
Both terms used in business and commercial contexts
Portugal
material resistente / material duradouro
Portuguese prefers 'duradouro' to emphasize long-lasting quality

Related Words

durabilityresiliencestrengthfabrictextileconstruction materialreinforced

Related Idioms & Phrases

built to last
made of strong stuff
material que aguenta tudo
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