uphold contracts

[ʌpˈhoʊld ˈkɑːntræks]
verb phrase
cumprir contratos
1. to maintain, support, or enforce the terms and conditions of a contractual agreement; to ensure that all parties fulfill their obligations as agreed
The court will uphold contracts that are legally binding and signed by both parties.
O tribunal irá cumprir contratos que são legalmente vinculantes e assinados por ambas as partes.
2. to defend or sustain the validity and enforceability of a contract in legal proceedings
We are committed to upholding contracts with all our business partners.
Estamos comprometidos em cumprir contratos com todos os nossos parceiros comerciais.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, upholding contracts is fundamental to maintaining trust and reputation. In Brazil, the phrase 'cumprir contratos' reflects the importance of legal compliance and formal business relationships. In the USA, contract enforcement is deeply rooted in the legal system, and the phrase is commonly used in corporate law and business negotiations. Failure to uphold contracts can result in legal action and significant financial penalties in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
honor contractsenforce contractsmaintain contractsfulfill contractual obligationssustain agreements
Antonyms / Antônimos
breach contractsviolate contractsbreak agreementsdefault on contractsinvalidate contracts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cumprir contratos
most common and formal usage in business and legal contexts
Brazil - Informal
honrar contratos
alternative phrasing, slightly more formal
São Paulo
cumprir contratos / manter contratos
used interchangeably in business and corporate environments
Portugal
cumprir contratos / respeitar contratos
respeitar contratos is also used in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Words

contractual obligationlegal agreementenforce compliancecontract enforcementbinding agreementterms and conditions

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand by one's word
keep one's end of the bargain
honor one's commitments
live up to an agreement
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