sturdy people
[/ˈstɜːrdi ˈpiːpəl/]
noun phrasepl: sturdy people
pessoas robustas / pessoas fortes
1. People who are physically strong, solidly built, and capable of enduring physical hardship or exertion
The sturdy people from the mountain village were accustomed to hard labor.
As pessoas robustas da aldeia montanhosa estavam acostumadas ao trabalho pesado.
2. Individuals who are dependable, reliable, and have strong character or constitution
These sturdy people proved to be invaluable members of the construction crew.
Essas pessoas fortes provaram ser membros inestimáveis da equipe de construção.
3. People with solid, well-built physical frames; not frail or delicate
The sturdy people were well-suited for the demanding expedition.
As pessoas de constituição robusta eram bem adequadas para a expedição exigente.
In Brazilian culture, 'pessoas robustas' often refers to working-class individuals or those from rural areas known for physical labor. In American English, 'sturdy people' can be descriptive without class connotations, though context matters. The term is generally neutral but can carry implications about socioeconomic status or background depending on usage.
NYC Slang
tough folks / strong cats / built people
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