separate entity
[ˈsɛp.ər.ət ˈɛn.tɪ.ti]
noun phrasepl: separate entities
entidade separada
1. A distinct legal, organizational, or conceptual unit that is independent and separate from others
The subsidiary company operates as a separate entity from its parent corporation.
A empresa subsidiária funciona como uma entidade separada de sua corporação-mãe.
2. In law and business, an organization that has its own legal rights, obligations, and liabilities distinct from its owners or affiliated entities
Each LLC member can establish their own separate entity for tax purposes.
Cada membro da LLC pode estabelecer sua própria entidade separada para fins fiscais.
3. Something that stands alone or independently without being merged or combined with something else
The research department should remain a separate entity to maintain objectivity.
O departamento de pesquisa deve permanecer como uma entidade separada para manter a objetividade.
This term is fundamental in both American and Brazilian business and legal contexts. In the USA, it's crucial for liability protection and tax planning. In Brazil, the concept is essential for understanding corporate structures and is frequently used in regulatory compliance and accounting practices. The distinction between entities is particularly important in Brazilian tax law (Lei das S.A.) and for determining CNPJ registration requirements.
Related Idioms & Phrases
stand as a separate entity
maintain separate entity status
establish a separate entity
operate as a separate entity
treat as a separate entity
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