term of contract

[/tɜːrm əv ˈkɒntrækt/]
nounpl: terms of contract
cláusula contratual
1. A specific condition, provision, or stipulation that forms part of a contractual agreement between parties
One of the main terms of contract was that payment must be made within 30 days of delivery.
Uma das principais cláusulas contratuais era que o pagamento deveria ser feito dentro de 30 dias após a entrega.
2. The duration or time period for which a contract remains in effect
The term of contract for this employment agreement is two years.
O prazo do contrato para este acordo de emprego é de dois anos.
3. Any agreed-upon requirement or condition that must be fulfilled by one or both parties in a contract
The terms of contract outlined the responsibilities of both the landlord and tenant.
As cláusulas contratuais descreveram as responsabilidades tanto do proprietário quanto do inquilino.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, understanding and clearly defining terms of contract is crucial for legal protection. Brazilian commercial law emphasizes written contracts with explicit clauses, while American practice often involves extensive negotiation of contract terms. In Portugal, contract terminology aligns with EU legal standards.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
contract clausecontractual provisioncontract conditionstipulationcovenant
Antonyms / Antônimos
breach of contractviolation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cláusula contratual
Standard term used in business and legal contexts across Brazil
Brazil
termo do contrato
Alternative formal usage, emphasizing the temporal aspect
São Paulo
cláusula de contrato
Commonly used in commercial and business hub contexts
Portugal
cláusula contratual
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard legal terminology

Related Words

contractagreementclauseprovisionconditioncovenantstipulationcontract duration

Related Idioms & Phrases

break a term of contract
fulfill the terms of contract
negotiate the terms of contract
violate a term of contract
come to terms
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