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Architettura e costruzione - Materiali di costruzione
Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative ai materiali da costruzione come "putty", "limestone" e "granite".
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a sedimentary rock composed of sand-sized grains, commonly used in construction for its durability and natural beauty
arenaria
a durable ceramic tile made from clay, known for its strength, stain resistance, and versatility in design, making it suitable for various applications including high-traffic areas
piastrella in argilla
a pliable material used for filling gaps and cracks in surfaces, providing a smooth and durable finish
stucco
a hard gray or white rock that contains calcium and is used for making cement or as a building material
pietra calcarea
a type of surfacing material that is created by bonding multiple layers of paper or resin-impregnated fabric together with a clear top layer of melamine resin
laminato
a metallic chemical element with a silvery-gray appearance, widely used for making tools, steel, buildings, and various industrial products
ferro
a durable and visually appealing natural rock used for countertops, flooring, and other architectural applications
granito
a mixture of clay, earth, straw, and sometimes animal dung or other organic materials that is applied as a plaster or coating to walls, typically over a framework of wooden sticks or wattle
cocciopesto
a flexible material, often in the form of a sealant or filler, used to seal gaps, joints, or cracks in various surfaces, such as walls, windows, or pipes, to prevent air, water, or pests from entering or escaping
sigillante
a thick, black or dark brown substance made from petroleum that is used to make roads and roofs
bitume
a mixture of sand, gravel, crushed stone, or other granular materials used in construction as a main component in concrete, asphalt, and other building materials to provide strength, stability, and durability
aggregato
a thick and flat piece of hard material, such as a stone, metal, wood, etc. that is usually in the shape of a square or rectangle
lastra
the damaged bricks, stones, or other material of a building that remain after its destruction
macerie
a thick high quality sheet of glass used for windows of shops or doors
vetro piano
a substance that is a mixture of sand, cement, and water, used for fixing bricks and stones in a building
mortaio
a type of hard smooth rock that is mostly white in color and has colored lines, which is used as building material or in making statues
marmo
a metal or wooden thick bar used in buildings to support a ceiling or floor
trave
a building material that is consisted of a layer of plaster between two sheets of thick paper, used for covering walls and ceilings
cartongesso
a gray powdery substance that becomes hard if it is mixed with water and sand, used for construction purposes such as sticking bricks of a wall together
cemento
a building block that is light in weight and is made of mixture of cement with sand and ashes of coal
blocchi di trafo
a soft greyish substance that is resistant to fire and heat and was previously used in the buildings, clothing, etc.
amianto
a versatile material derived from the outer bark of the cork oak tree, known for its lightweight, elastic, and impermeable qualities, used in various applications
cork
a type of sheet metal that is formed into a series of parallel ridges and grooves, creating a wavy or ribbed pattern
metallo corrugato
a corrosion-resistant alloy used in various industries for its durability and aesthetic qualities
acciaio inossidabile
a material made from interconnected metal wires or strands woven or welded together to form a flexible and open pattern
rete metallica
a solid, translucent block made of glass, typically square or rectangular in shape, used in architectural and design applications
blocco di vetro
concrete elements that are cast and cured in a controlled environment before being transported to the construction site
calcestruzzo prefabbricato
a thin layer of natural or manufactured stone that is applied to the surface of a wall or structure to simulate the appearance of a full stone construction
veneer in pietra
a type of thin, flat tile made from natural slate stone, commonly used in flooring, roofing, and wall applications
piastrella in ardesia
a type of building material designed specifically for covering and protecting roofs
tegola
a building material consisting of the mixture mud and straw dried in the sun
adobe
a durable and lightweight thermoplastic material commonly used in construction for its high impact resistance and transparency
policarbonato
a synthetic plastic material widely used in construction for its durability, versatility, and affordability
vinile
a composite material that combines cement, sand, water, and glass fibers to create a strong and lightweight concrete product
GFRC
a material with a soft texture that is a combination of sand, water, and lime which is used to cover walls and ceilings to smooth their surface
intonaco
a type of heavy and sticky soil that is molded when wet and is baked to become hardened in pottery or ceramic making
argilla
wood that has been cut into specific pieces to be used for building purposes
legname
a non-metallic, inorganic material that is typically made from clay, minerals, and other raw materials
ceramica
a type of fired clay that is commonly used for architectural and decorative purposes
terrecotta
a usually solid and hard substance that heat and electricity can move through, such as gold, iron, etc.
metallo
a hard material that is often clear and is used for making windows, bottles, etc.
vetro
a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.
acciaio
a hard material, usually made of minerals, and often used for building things
pietra
a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones
calcestruzzo
a flat, long, and thin piece made of wood used for building a house, apartment, etc.
asse
a long, flat, and rectangular piece of wood or other materials, typically used in construction, flooring, or as a structural element in various applications
asse
a type of wooden siding made from overlapping, tapered boards, commonly used for weather-resistant and visually appealing exterior cladding in residential construction
pannello di legno
an engineered wood product made from wood fibers or plant-based fibers, used in construction and furniture manufacturing for its versatility and cost-effectiveness
fibra di legno
a long, narrow plank, typically made of wood or other materials, used as a structural or decorative component in the construction of floors, providing a sturdy and visually appealing surface for walking or supporting furniture
asse del pavimento
a dense and durable engineered wood product made by compressing wood fibers, commonly used in furniture, cabinets, and wall paneling
compensato
a strong and versatile engineered wood product made by bonding layers of thin wood veneers together, widely used in construction, furniture, and other applications
compensato
a thin, flat piece of material, often made of wood, asphalt, or slate, that is laid in overlapping rows to cover the roof of a building, providing protection against weather elements
tegola
the materials that are used to cover something in order not to let heat, electricity, or sound to enter or escape through it
isolamento
the materials that make up the floor of a building or room
pavimentazione
wood that has been cut into specific pieces to be used for building purposes
legname
a strong and durable construction material created by introducing internal stresses through tensioned steel tendons within the concrete
calcestruzzo precompresso
a type of sedimentary rock, typically sandstone, that is brown or reddish-brown in color and used for constructing facades and decorative elements in buildings
pietra marrone
a synthetic thermoplastic polymer widely used in various applications, including construction, plumbing, electrical insulation, and packaging, due to its durability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness
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