written commitments

[ˈrɪtn kəˈmɪtmənts]
nounpl: written commitments
compromissos escritos
1. formal promises or obligations documented in writing, often legally binding
The contract contains several written commitments from both parties to deliver goods by the agreed date.
O contrato contém vários compromissos escritos de ambas as partes para entregar os bens na data acordada.
2. documented agreements or pledges made by individuals or organizations
The company made written commitments to reduce its carbon emissions over the next five years.
A empresa assumiu compromissos escritos para reduzir suas emissões de carbono nos próximos cinco anos.
3. letters, documents, or contracts that formalize an undertaking or pledge
All written commitments must be signed by authorized representatives.
Todos os compromissos escritos devem ser assinados por representantes autorizados.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'written commitments' carry significant legal weight and are essential in formal transactions, contracts, and international agreements. Brazilian business culture emphasizes the importance of documented agreements, particularly in corporate and governmental dealings. The phrase is commonly used in legal, financial, and professional settings to distinguish from informal or verbal promises.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
written agreementsdocumented commitmentswritten pledgesformal undertakingscontractual obligations
Antonyms / Antônimos
verbal commitmentsoral promisesunwritten agreements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
compromissos escritos
most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
compromissos por escrito
alternative formulation commonly used in legal documents
São Paulo
compromissos documentados
often used in business and corporate contexts
Portugal
compromissos por escrito
formal legal terminology; slightly different phrasing preference than Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

contractagreementobligationpledgeundertakingdocumentationsignaturebinding agreement

Related Idioms & Phrases

put it in writing
honor one's commitments
fulfill written commitments
live up to one's word
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