common parts

[ˈkɒmən pɑːrts]
nounpl: common parts
partes comuns
1. Shared or jointly owned spaces and facilities in a building or residential community that are accessible to all residents or users
The common parts of the apartment building include the lobby, hallways, and elevator.
As partes comuns do edifício incluem o saguão, corredores e elevador.
2. In real estate and condominium law, areas that are not individually owned but are maintained collectively by all property owners
Residents pay a monthly fee to maintain the common parts of the condominium.
Os moradores pagam uma taxa mensal para manter as partes comuns do condomínio.
3. Elements or components that are shared or used by multiple parties in a system or organization
The software architecture uses common parts to reduce redundancy across different modules.
A arquitetura do software utiliza partes comuns para reduzir redundância entre diferentes módulos.
In Brazil, 'partes comuns' is a legal term commonly used in condominium regulations (Código Civil). Property owners are legally responsible for maintaining and contributing financially to these shared spaces through monthly condominium fees. This concept is central to Brazilian real estate law and urban living culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shared spacescommon areasjoint facilitiescommunal areas
Antonyms / Antônimos
private partsexclusive areasindividual units

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
partes comuns
Standard term used in real estate and legal contexts
São Paulo
áreas comuns
Commonly used in condominium regulations and property management
Rio de Janeiro
espaços comuns
Alternative term emphasizing shared spaces
Portugal
partes comuns
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, used in property law

Related Words

condominiumshared ownershipmaintenance feescommon propertyamenities

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintenance of common areas
common parts upkeep
shared responsibility for common parts
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