Polish · Work & Business
umowa
contract
Intermediatenoun · f
Definition
A formal written agreement.
Example
Podpisaliśmy umowę na rok.
We signed a contract for one year.
Etymology
'Umowa' comes from the Old Polish term 'umowy', deriving from the verb 'umówić', which means 'to arrange' or 'to agree'. It highlights contractual agreements.
How & Where It’s Used
'Umowa' is used in formal contexts, particularly within legal, business, and financial discussions. It is primarily found in written documents.