Finnish · Work & Business
Sopimus
Contract
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A formal written agreement between parties.
Example
Allekirjoitimme sopimuksen eilen.
We signed the contract yesterday.
Etymology
'Sopimus' comes from the Finnish verb 'sopia', which means to agree or settle. It has consistently conveyed the meaning of a formal agreement or contract.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sopimus' is typically used in formal written contexts such as legal documents and business agreements, but can be encountered in conversational settings as well.