条款

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Understanding 条款 (tiáokuǎn)

条款 refers specifically to clauses or provisions within contracts, laws, or formal agreements. It is a formal term commonly used in legal, business, and official contexts.

Usage and Context

When you see 条款, it usually points to specific parts of a document that outline rights, duties, or conditions. For example, in contracts, each 条款 details an obligation or rule both parties must follow.

Common Collocations

  • 条款 (service terms): rules for using a service
  • 合同条款 (contract clauses): specific provisions in a contract
  • 法律条款 (legal clauses): parts of laws or regulations

These collocations are frequently encountered in everyday life, especially when dealing with agreements or online services.

Tips for Learners

条款 is a noun and is often preceded by a modifier indicating the document type (合同, 法律, ). Avoid confusing it with , which can mean 'strip' or 'item' but is more general. 条款 always implies a formal clause or provision.

Use 条款 when discussing specific parts of formal documents rather than general terms or conditions.

Example Sentences

The clauses in the contract must be agreed upon by both parties to take

Legal clauses stipulate the basic rights and obligations of citizens.

Please read the service terms carefully to understand the usage rules.