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written contract

[ˈrɪtn ˈkɒntrækt]
nounpl: written contracts
contrato escrito
1. A legally binding agreement between two or more parties that is documented in writing and signed by all parties involved
The written contract outlines the terms and conditions of employment.
O contrato escrito estabelece os termos e condições do emprego.
2. A formal document that specifies the rights and obligations of the parties and is enforceable by law
Both parties must agree to and sign the written contract before commencing work.
Ambas as partes devem concordar e assinar o contrato escrito antes de iniciar o trabalho.
Synonyms
written agreementformal contractdocumented agreementsigned contract
Antonyms
oral contractverbal agreementunwritten agreement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contrato escrito
Standard usage in business and legal contexts
São Paulo
contrato escrito
Common in commercial and corporate environments
Portugal
contrato escrito
Standard legal terminology used in Portuguese law

Related Idioms & Phrases

put it in writing
sign on the dotted line
get it in black and white
binding agreement
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