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, especially in a business or entrepreneurial context. It ensures that all involved agree on the terms before starting work or collaboration.

Etymology


The word "le contrat" comes from the Latin 'contractus,' meaning 'a drawing together' or 'agreement.' It entered French through Old French, reflecting the idea of binding parties together legally. Did you know? The term originally emphasized the mutual consent needed to form an agreement.

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"Le contrat" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Entrepreneurship - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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