valid period

[ˈvælɪd ˈpɪriəd]
nounpl: valid periods
período de validade
1. The length of time during which something is legally or officially acceptable, usable, or in effect
The valid period for this coupon is 30 days from the date of purchase.
O período de validade deste cupom é de 30 dias a partir da data de compra.
2. A specified timeframe during which a document, license, or permit maintains its legal authority
Your passport has a valid period of 10 years.
Seu passaporte tem um período de validade de 10 anos.
3. In business and commerce, the duration during which an offer, contract, or agreement remains binding and enforceable
The valid period of this job offer is two weeks.
O período de validade desta oferta de emprego é de duas semanas.
This term is widely used in Brazilian commerce, legal documents, and everyday life when discussing product expiration dates, contract terms, and document validity. In Portugal, 'prazo de validade' is often preferred. The concept is crucial in consumer protection laws in both Brazil and Portugal.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
validity periodexpiration windowterm of validityduration of validity
Antonyms / Antônimos
expired periodinvalid period

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
período de validade
Most common usage in formal and commercial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
período de validade
Standard usage; may colloquially say 'tempo de validade'
São Paulo
período de validade
Preferred in business and legal documents
Portugal
período de validade
Standard Portuguese; also 'prazo de validade' is commonly used

Related Words

expiration datevalidityeffective datetermination datevalid

Related Idioms & Phrases

within the valid period
during the valid period
extend the valid period
within the window of validity
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