contract clauses

[/ˈkɒntrækt ˈklɔːzɪz/]
nounpl: contract clauses
cláusulas contratuais
1. Specific provisions or conditions written into a legal agreement that define the rights, obligations, and responsibilities of the parties involved
The contract clauses clearly outlined the payment terms and delivery schedule.
As cláusulas contratuais deixavam claro os termos de pagamento e o cronograma de entrega.
2. Individual sections or paragraphs of a contract that address particular aspects of the agreement
The lawyer reviewed all contract clauses before signing the agreement.
O advogado analisou todas as cláusulas contratuais antes de assinar o acordo.
3. Legally binding conditions that protect the interests of both parties in a contractual relationship
Several contract clauses protected the company from liability in case of force majeure.
Várias cláusulas contratuais protegiam a empresa de responsabilidade em caso de força maior.
Contract clauses are fundamental to business culture in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, where legal documentation is highly formalized, understanding clauses is essential for protecting business interests. In the USA, contract clauses are extensively negotiated and form the backbone of commercial law. Both cultures emphasize the importance of having legal review of contracts before signing to ensure all clauses are understood and favorable.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
contractual provisionsterms and conditionscovenantsstipulationsconditions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cláusulas contratuais
Standard term used throughout Brazil in legal and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
cláusulas do contrato
Alternative informal phrasing commonly used in local business
São Paulo
cláusulas contratuais
Preferred formal term in financial and corporate sectors
Portugal
cláusulas contratuais
Identical usage with standard European Portuguese legal terminology

Related Words

contractagreementtermsprovisionslegal documentcovenantcondition precedentconsideration

Related Idioms & Phrases

fine print
terms and conditions
read the small print
binding agreement
letter of the contract
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