permanent basis

[/ˈpɜːrmənənt ˈbeɪsɪs/]
noun phrasepl: permanent bases
base permanente
1. A continuous, long-term, or indefinite arrangement or foundation that is intended to last without interruption
The company hired him on a permanent basis after the trial period ended.
A empresa o contratou em base permanente após o período de experiência terminar.
2. A stable or established system, situation, or relationship that is not temporary
They established their relationship on a permanent basis rather than dating casually.
Eles estabeleceram seu relacionamento em base permanente em vez de namorar casualmente.
3. In legal or administrative contexts, a fixed or enduring status or condition
Residents were granted permanent basis status in the country.
Os residentes receberam status de base permanente no país.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'permanent basis' or 'base permanente' is a formal term used in employment contracts and legal documents. In Brazil, it distinguishes formal employment (carteira assinada) from temporary or informal work, which carries significant legal and social implications regarding benefits, job security, and worker protections.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
permanent arrangementindefinite basislong-term basiscontinuous arrangementlasting foundation
Antonyms / Antônimos
temporary basisprovisional arrangementshort-term basisinterim arrangement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
base permanente
Standard and widely understood term in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
base permanente / contrato permanente
Used in business and HR contexts; sometimes 'contrato permanente' for employment
Rio de Janeiro
base permanente
Common usage, equivalent to São Paulo
Portugal
base permanente
Similar usage; may also use 'regime permanente' in employment contexts

Related Words

permanent contractpermanent positionpermanent residencypermanent statusindefinite contract

Related Idioms & Phrases

on a permanent basis
on permanent basis
permanent basis of employment
establish on a permanent basis
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