understood effects

[/ˌʌndərˈstʊd ɪˈfɛkts/]
noun phrase
efeitos compreendidos
1. Results or consequences that are recognized, accepted, or known by parties involved in an agreement or situation
The understood effects of the new policy were clearly communicated to all employees.
Os efeitos compreendidos da nova política foram claramente comunicados a todos os funcionários.
2. Implied or tacit consequences that are mutually acknowledged without being explicitly stated
The understood effects of signing the contract included a 30-day notice period for termination.
Os efeitos compreendidos de assinar o contrato incluíam um período de aviso prévio de 30 dias para rescisão.
3. Anticipated or expected outcomes that are comprehended by involved parties
The understood effects of the merger would be significant job restructuring.
Os efeitos compreendidos da fusão seriam uma reestruturação significativa de empregos.
This phrase is primarily used in legal, business, and diplomatic contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It reflects formal communication practices where implicit agreements and their consequences are acknowledged by all parties. In Brazilian corporate culture, this phrase is common in contract negotiations and formal communications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
implied effectsacknowledged consequencesrecognized outcomesaccepted resultsanticipated effects
Antonyms / Antônimos
unexpected effectsunintended consequencesunforeseen outcomes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
efeitos compreendidos
Standard usage in legal and business contexts
Brazil (Informal)
efeitos entendidos
More colloquial variant used in casual contexts
Portugal
efeitos compreendidos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, common in formal documents
Portugal (Regional)
efeitos pressupostos
Alternative usage emphasizing implicit understanding

Related Words

consequenceimplicationramificationoutcomeside effectrepercussion

Related Idioms & Phrases

the understood effects are mutual
within the understood effects of the agreement
beyond the understood effects
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