signatures
[/ˈsɪɡnətʃərz/]
nounpl: signatures
assinaturas
1. A person's name written in their own handwriting, used as a form of identification or authorization
The contract requires the signatures of both parties.
O contrato requer as assinaturas de ambas as partes.
2. A distinctive pattern, mark, or characteristic that identifies something uniquely
The artist's signatures are visible in every painting.
As assinaturas do artista são visíveis em cada pintura.
3. In music, the signs at the beginning of a staff indicating tempo and key
The piece opens with a complex time signature.
A peça abre com uma assinatura de compasso complexa.
4. In digital communication, an automated text appended to emails or messages
My email signature includes my contact information.
Minha assinatura de email inclui minhas informações de contato.
5. A characteristic or identifying feature of a person or entity
The detective recognized the criminal's signature at the crime scene.
O detetive reconheceu a assinatura do criminoso na cena do crime.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, signatures hold significant legal weight and are essential for contracts, checks, and official documents. In Brazil, the 'rubrica' (initials) is also commonly used alongside full signatures. Digital signatures have become increasingly important in both countries with the advancement of e-commerce and remote work.
Related Idioms & Phrases
forge a signature - falsificar uma assinatura
signature move - movimento característico
sign on the dotted line - assinar na linha pontilhada
put your signature on something - colocar sua assinatura em algo
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