Filipino · Work & Business
kontrata
Contract
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A formal written agreement.
Example
Pumirma kami ng isang taong kontrata.
We signed a one-year contract.
Etymology
'Kontrata' comes from the Spanish word 'contrato', which entered the Tagalog lexicon during the Spanish colonial era, reflecting the adaptation of legal and business terminology from Spanish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kontrata' is widely used in formal settings, particularly in legal and business discussions. It is common in written documents and contracts, with little regional variation in its understanding.