water damage
[ˈwɔːtər ˈdæmɪdʒ]
nounpl: water damages (uncountable, but can be pluralized when referring to multiple instances)
dano causado pela água
1. Physical harm or destruction to property caused by water, such as from flooding, leaks, or moisture accumulation
The burst pipe caused extensive water damage to the basement.
O cano estourado causou dano significativo causado pela água no porão.
2. The financial loss or cost associated with repairs needed due to water-related destruction
The insurance company assessed the water damage at $50,000.
A seguradora avaliou o dano causado pela água em R$ 250.000.
3. Deterioration of materials, structures, or items due to prolonged exposure to water or moisture
Water damage has weakened the foundation of the old building.
O dano causado pela água enfraqueceu a fundação do prédio antigo.
In Brazil, water damage claims are increasingly common due to heavy rainfall and urban flooding in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Insurance coverage for water damage varies significantly, and property owners often need to file detailed claims with documentation. In the USA, water damage is one of the most common home insurance claims, and restoration services are a major industry. The term is frequently used in real estate disclosures and property inspections.
Related Idioms & Phrases
water under the bridge (idiom meaning past grievances, unrelated to literal water damage)
in deep water (idiom for being in serious trouble, sometimes used with water damage claims)
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