trial room

[ˈtraɪəl rum]
nounpl: trial rooms
provador
1. A private room in a clothing store or boutique where customers can try on garments before purchasing
She went into the trial room to try on the dress she had selected.
Ela entrou no provador para experimentar o vestido que havia escolhido.
2. A testing or fitting area in retail establishments used for size and fit verification
The trial room was equipped with good lighting and mirrors for customers to see themselves.
O provador estava equipado com boa iluminação e espelhos para os clientes se verem.
In Brazil, 'provador' is the standard term used in retail environments, particularly in fashion boutiques and clothing stores. Many Brazilian stores have strict policies about the number of items allowed in trial rooms at one time. In the US, 'fitting room' or 'dressing room' are more commonly used than 'trial room,' though the term exists. The trial room experience is an important part of the shopping culture in both countries, with customers expecting well-maintained facilities with proper lighting and mirrors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fitting roomchanging roomdressing room

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
provador
Most common term used in Brazil for clothing fitting rooms
Rio de Janeiro
provador
Standard usage same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
provador
Standard usage in commercial/retail contexts
Portugal
cabine de prova or sala de prova
Portuguese uses these alternative terms, less common use of 'provador'

Related Words

fittinggarmentretailboutiquealterations

Related Idioms & Phrases

try before you buy
fitting room attendant
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