fiança

[fi.ˈɐ̃.sə]

nounfemininepl: fiança

bail, bond, guarantee

1. A sum of money deposited as security or guarantee, especially in legal proceedings

The defendant was released on bail pending trial.

O réu foi liberado mediante fiança pendente do julgamento.

2. A guarantee or pledge given by one person for another

He provided a bond for his brother's loan.

Ele forneceu uma fiança para o empréstimo de seu irmão.

3. Security deposit in rental agreements

Landlords typically require a security deposit before moving in.

Os proprietários geralmente exigem uma fiança antes da mudança.

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

fiança

Common in legal and rental contexts

Portugal

fiança

Used in legal proceedings; caução more common for deposits

São Paulo

caução

Often preferred for rental deposits in this region

pagar fiança - to post bail

sair sob fiança - to be released on bail

dar fiança - to pledge security

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