Klausula (en. Clause)

klaw-SOO-lah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a sentence that contains an idea.
'If it rains' is a clause that expresses a condition.
Ang 'kapag umulan' ay isang klausula na nagpapahayag ng kondisyon.
A section in a document containing specific terms or conditions.
The contract has a clause regarding the closure of the agreement.
Ang kontrata ay may klausula tungkol sa pagsasara ng kasunduan.
A legal term used to refer to the conditions of an agreement.
The parties agreed to all the clauses of the contract.
Ang mga partido ay sumang-ayon sa lahat ng mga klausula ng kontrata.

Etymology

derived from the Latin word 'clausula'

Common Phrases and Expressions

clause in the contract
a specific part of the contract that contains conditions
klausula sa kontrata

Related Words

condition
A part of an event or situation required before something happens.
kondisyon
agreement
A formal agreement between two parties containing terms and conditions.
kasunduan

Slang Meanings

Cliche or repetitive talk
It’s like a clause that you always say in meetings.
Parang klausula na lang lagi ang sinasabi mo sa mga meetings.
In contracts or agreements, this cannot be overlooked easily
Before you sign, make sure you've read all the clauses.
Bago ka pumirma, siguraduhing nabasa mo ang lahat ng klausula.