initial proposal

[ɪˈnɪʃəl prəˈpoʊzəl]
nounpl: initial proposals
proposta inicial
1. The first formal suggestion or plan presented for consideration, discussion, or negotiation
The initial proposal outlined the project timeline and budget requirements.
A proposta inicial delineou o cronograma do projeto e os requisitos de orçamento.
2. An opening bid or offer made at the beginning of negotiations or a business transaction
The seller rejected our initial proposal and requested a higher price.
O vendedor rejeitou nossa proposta inicial e solicitou um preço mais alto.
3. The first version of a suggested plan subject to revision or amendment
The initial proposal was approved pending some minor modifications.
A proposta inicial foi aprovada sob aprovação com algumas modificações menores.
In Brazilian business culture, the initial proposal is a crucial starting point for negotiations. It sets expectations and anchors discussions. In formal contexts, both in Brazil and the USA, a well-structured initial proposal demonstrates professionalism and serious intent. In Portuguese-speaking business environments, the term 'proposta inicial' carries legal and contractual weight.
NYC Slang
opening bid, first pitch
Synonyms / Sinônimos
opening proposalfirst proposalpreliminary proposaldraft proposalstarting offer
Antonyms / Antônimos
final proposalrevised proposalcounteroffercounterproposal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
proposta inicial
Standard term used in business and formal contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
proposta inicial
Commonly used in commercial and legal sectors; sometimes shortened to 'proposta' in informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
proposta inicial
Standard usage in business negotiations and formal documents
Portugal
proposta inicial
Identical usage; also commonly used in Portuguese business contexts

Related Words

negotiationbidofferproposalamendmentrevisionagreement

Related Idioms & Phrases

put forth an initial proposal
table an initial proposal
present an initial proposal
counter an initial proposal
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