kontrata
/konˈtɾata/
The English word contract is translated into Tagalog as kontrata or kasunduan.
Meaning: agreement that is legally binding (noun)
Ways to say it
| Tagalog | IPA |
|---|---|
| kontrata | /konˈtɾata/ (Standard Tagalog) |
| kasunduan | /kasunˈduʔan/ (Standard Tagalog) |
Both terms refer to a binding agreement, but they are applied in different contexts. In legal and business settings, you may use the phrase pirmahan ang kontrata to mean sign the contract.
Which one should you use?
kontrata is a loanword from Spanish used specifically for formal, legal or written documents. In contrast, kasunduan is a more general term for an agreement or pact that can be used for both formal and informal arrangements.
How do you pronounce it?
/konˈtɾata/
Did you know?
- The word sundo can also refer to a person sent to fetch someone or even a traditional ritual of bringing a gift to a suitor, showing how 'agreement' has deep roots in social harmony.
- In the Philippines, a kasunduan is often sealed with a 'handshake' or a verbal promise that is considered as morally binding as a written kontrata in small community settings.
- The word kasunduan comes from the root sundo, which means to fetch or pick someone up. This suggests that an agreement is fundamentally about two parties coming together or meeting.
Examples in context
- Patapos na ang kontrata.The contract will expire soon.This sentence is useful for discussing the expiration of a kontrata.Tatoeba #11476704 by qwertzu, translation #2442561 by jgauthier
- Binasa ni Tom ang kontrata.Tom read the contract.This sentence shows the action of reading a kontrata.Tatoeba #11476685 by qwertzu, translation #8105201 by Hybrid
- Ang sabi mo may kontrata ka.You said you had a contract.This sentence is useful for mentioning the possession of a kontrata.Tatoeba #11476676 by qwertzu, translation #2643431 by CK
- Ang aming kumpanya ay mayroong maraming mga kontrata sa mga international na kliyente.Our company has many contracts with international clients.
- Ang kasunduan na ito ay naglalaman ng lahat ng mga tuntunin at kondisyon ng aming kontrata.This agreement contains all the terms and conditions of our contract.
- Pare, paki-check naman itong kasunduan natin.Dude, please check this contract.
- Pinag-aralan ng abogado ang mga tuntunin sa kontrata.The lawyer studied the terms of the contract.
- Sige, pirmahan na natin 'tong kontra.Alright, let's sign this contract.
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Example conversation
Angela and Jose are discussing a new job offer.
- AngelaNais mo bang pirmahan ang kontrata?Do you want to sign the contract?
- JoseOo, pero babasahin ko muna ito.Yes, but I will read it first.
- AngelaImportante ang bawat detalye ng kontrata.Every detail of the contract is important.
- JoseTama ka, Angela. Pipirmahan ko na bukas.You are right, Angela. I will sign it tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “contract” translations and entries kontrata, kasunduan, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries kasunduan, kontrata, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
