explicit obligations

[ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ɒˈblɪɡeɪʃənz]
noun phrasepl: explicit obligations
obrigações explícitas
1. clearly stated, expressed, or defined duties, responsibilities, or legal requirements that are unmistakably required of a party
The contract outlined explicit obligations for both the employer and the employee.
O contrato delineou obrigações explícitas para o empregador e o empregado.
2. duties that are not implied or inferred but are directly and unambiguously communicated in writing or verbally
The explicit obligations of the service agreement include 24-hour customer support.
As obrigações explícitas do acordo de serviço incluem suporte ao cliente 24 horas.
3. legal or contractual requirements that are clearly stated and leave no room for interpretation
Both parties must fulfill their explicit obligations to avoid breach of contract.
Ambas as partes devem cumprir suas obrigações explícitas para evitar violação contratual.
This term is predominantly used in legal, contractual, and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian business culture, explicit obligations are highly valued in formal agreements to avoid misunderstandings. The phrase reflects a preference for clarity and documentation in professional relationships, which is essential in both Anglo-American and Brazilian legal systems.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
express obligationsstated obligationsclear dutiesunambiguous requirementsspecific responsibilities
Antonyms / Antônimos
implicit obligationsimplied obligationstacit obligationsvague responsibilities

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
obrigações explícitas
Standard legal and business terminology used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
obrigações explícitas
Commonly used in business and financial contracts in the financial hub
Rio de Janeiro
obrigações explícitas
Used in legal documents and formal business agreements
Portugal
obrigações explícitas
Standard usage in Portuguese civil law and commercial contexts; similar usage to Brazil

Related Words

contractliabilityaccountabilitycontractual termslegal requirementsduties and responsibilities

Related Idioms & Phrases

spell out obligations
lay out in black and white
put in writing
crystal clear requirements
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