Le contrat
Example: Le contrat doit être signé avant de commencer le travail.
Definition
"Le contrat" refers to a formal agreement between two or more parties that outlines their rights and obligations. For example, "Le contrat doit être signé avant de commencer le travail" means the contract must be signed before starting work, ensuring all terms are clear and legally binding.
Etymology
The word "le contrat" comes from the Latin 'contractus,' meaning 'a drawing together or agreement.' It entered French through Old French, retaining its sense of a formal pact. Did you know that contracts have been essential since ancient times to secure promises and arrangements?
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"Le contrat" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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