A inspeção de construção
Example: A inspeção de construção garantiu que o prédio estava seguro.
Definition
"A inspeção de construção" refers to the process of examining a building during or after construction to ensure it meets safety standards, regulations, and design specifications. It confirms that the structure is secure and complies with all required construction codes.
Etymology
The phrase "a inspeção de construção" comes from Portuguese, where "inspeção" means inspection or examination, and "construção" means construction. "Inspeção" derives from Latin 'inspectio,' meaning 'a looking into,' while "construção" comes from Latin 'constructio,' meaning 'to build together.' Did you know that the word 'inspection' has been used since the Middle Ages to describe careful examination, especially in building contexts?
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