woven

[ˈwoʊvən]
adjective/verb (past participle)
tecido
1. past participle of weave; made by interlacing threads or strips
The woven fabric was soft and durable.
O tecido tecido era macio e durável.
2. created by interlacing or blending together
A woven tapestry hung on the wall.
Uma tapeçaria tecida pendia na parede.
3. constructed through interconnected or intertwined elements
The story had woven themes of love and betrayal.
A história tinha temas entrelaçados de amor e traição.
In Brazilian Portuguese textile and fashion industries, 'tecido' is the standard commercial term for woven fabrics. The concept is deeply connected to traditional craftsmanship in regions like Minas Gerais, where hand-woven textiles are culturally significant. In the USA, 'woven' is commonly used in marketing for clothing and home goods to indicate quality and durability.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interlacedinterwovenbraidedintertwinedtextile
Antonyms / Antônimos
unwovenplainsmoothunstructured

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
tecido
standard term for woven fabric or textile
Rio de Janeiro
tecido
same usage as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
tecido
commercial and fashion industry standard term
Portugal
tecido
same term used; sometimes 'entrançado' for interwoven items

Related Words

weaveloomfabrictextilethreadinterlace

Related Idioms & Phrases

woven into the fabric (of society)
woven together
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