undergarments

[ˌʌndərˈɡɑːrments]
nounpl: undergarments
roupas íntimas
1. Clothing worn under outer clothes, typically next to the skin, including items such as underwear, bras, and undershirts
She packed several undergarments for her trip.
Ela arrumou várias roupas íntimas para sua viagem.
2. Intimate apparel designed for comfort and modesty beneath outer clothing
Undergarments should be comfortable and well-fitting.
As roupas íntimas devem ser confortáveis e bem ajustadas.
In Brazil, 'roupas íntimas' is the standard term used in retail, advertising, and everyday conversation. The market for intimate apparel is significant in Brazilian culture, with brands like Natura and Renner being popular. In the USA, the term 'undergarments' is more formal; 'underwear' and 'undies' are more common colloquially.
NYC Slang
undies, unmentionables
Synonyms / Sinônimos
underwearintimate apparelunderclothinglingerie
Antonyms / Antônimos
outerwearoverclothes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
roupas íntimas
Most common and formal translation
Rio de Janeiro
calcinha (feminine), cueca (masculine)
More colloquial, specific to type of garment
São Paulo
roupas íntimas / lingerie
Both formal and informal usage
Portugal
roupa interior
Portuguese European preference over 'roupas íntimas'

Related Words

brapantiesboxerssocksundershirtslipcorset

Related Idioms & Phrases

caught with one's pants down
air your dirty laundry
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