advance commitment
[/ədˈvæns kəˈmɪtmənt/]
nounpl: advance commitments
compromisso antecipado
1. a promise or pledge made in advance of a future event or deadline
The company made an advance commitment to reduce carbon emissions by 2030.
A empresa fez um compromisso antecipado para reduzir as emissões de carbono até 2030.
2. a financial obligation or reservation made before the actual transaction
We need an advance commitment from investors before launching the project.
Precisamos de um compromisso antecipado dos investidores antes de lançar o projeto.
3. an agreement to participate or contribute to something before its execution
The advance commitment to the conference included securing hotel accommodations.
O compromisso antecipado com a conferência incluiu a reserva de hospedagem.
The term is widely used in both Brazilian and American business contexts, particularly in corporate finance, project management, and international agreements. In Brazil, it's especially prevalent in formal business correspondence and legal documentation. The concept reflects a commitment-oriented business culture where advance planning and early obligations are valued.
Related Idioms & Phrases
make an advance commitment
honor an advance commitment
breach an advance commitment
secure advance commitments
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