temporary buildings

[/ˈtɛmpəreri ˈbɪldɪŋz/]
nounpl: temporary buildings
edifícios temporários
1. Structures constructed for a limited period of time, designed to be dismantled or removed after serving their purpose
The company erected temporary buildings to house workers during the construction project.
A empresa ergueu edifícios temporários para alojar trabalhadores durante o projeto de construção.
2. Non-permanent structures used for storage, offices, shelters, or other functions with an expected short lifespan
After the hurricane, temporary buildings were set up as emergency shelters.
Após o furacão, edifícios temporários foram instalados como abrigos de emergência.
3. Prefabricated or modular structures that can be quickly assembled and disassembled
The festival used temporary buildings made of metal frames and canvas.
O festival usou edifícios temporários feitos de estruturas metálicas e lona.
In Brazil, temporary buildings are commonly used during major construction projects, Carnival preparations, and emergency situations. They reflect the country's pragmatic approach to rapid urban development and disaster response. In the USA and NYC, temporary structures are frequently associated with construction sites and emergency relief efforts, particularly after natural disasters.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
temporary structuresprefabricated buildingsmodular buildingsprovisional structurespop-up buildings
Antonyms / Antônimos
permanent buildingsfixed structuresheritage buildings

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
edifícios temporários
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
barracos temporários / construções temporárias
Often used interchangeably; 'barracos' may carry informal connotations
São Paulo
edifícios/construções temporárias
Standard usage in business and construction contexts
Portugal
edifícios temporários / construções provisórias
Both terms are accepted; 'provisórias' slightly more formal in European Portuguese

Related Words

constructionportable structuresprefabricationdemolitionmodular architecturesite offices

Related Idioms & Phrases

here today, gone tomorrow
quick fix
band-aid solution
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