open terms

[ˈoʊpən tɜrmz]
noun phrase
termos abertos
1. Business or contractual conditions that have not been finalized or remain flexible and negotiable
The two companies agreed to negotiate on open terms without a fixed deadline.
As duas empresas concordaram em negociar em termos abertos sem um prazo fixo.
2. Credit arrangements where the terms of payment or delivery are not strictly defined in advance
We are selling the merchandise on open terms to establish a long-term relationship.
Estamos vendendo a mercadoria em termos abertos para estabelecer uma relação de longo prazo.
3. An agreement or discussion framework without predetermined restrictions or conditions
The partners decided to meet on open terms to discuss future collaborations.
Os parceiros decidiram se reunir em termos abertos para discutir futuras colaborações.
In Brazilian and American business contexts, 'open terms' is a professional expression commonly used in negotiations, credit arrangements, and international trade. It reflects a flexible, relationship-focused approach to business dealings, particularly common in emerging market commerce where trust and long-term partnerships are valued over rigid contractual specifications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flexible termsnegotiable termsundefined termsloose arrangements
Antonyms / Antônimos
fixed termsclosed termsrigid conditionsbinding agreement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
termos abertos
Standard usage in business and legal contexts
São Paulo
termos abertos
Common in corporate and commercial negotiations
Portugal
termos abertos
Used similarly in Portuguese business language
USA
open terms
Common phrase in American business, finance, and legal contexts

Related Words

negotiationcontractagreementarrangementclauseconditionsettlement

Related Idioms & Phrases

come to terms
on good terms
on friendly terms
negotiate terms
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