Portuguese · Work & Business
Contrato
[/kõˈtɾatu/]
Contract
Intermediatenoun · m
Definition
A written or spoken agreement that is intended to be enforceable by law.
Acordo escrito ou verbal que pretende ser aplicável por lei.
Example
Leia o contrato antes de assinar.
Read the contract before signing.
Etymology
The word 'contrato' comes from the Latin 'contractus', which means 'to draw together or to agree'. It has maintained its meaning across different languages as a binding agreement.
How & Where It’s Used
'Contrato' is primarily used in formal legal and business communications, both spoken and written. It is common in professional and academic settings, particularly in law and business.