A1 noun Formal

obligation

/ˌɒblɪˈɡeɪʃn/

An obligation is something that you must do because of a law, a rule, or a promise. It is a duty or a commitment that ties you to a specific action.

Exemplos

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1

I have a family obligation to attend my sister's wedding.

I have a family obligation to attend my sister's wedding.

2

The witness has a legal obligation to tell the truth in court.

The witness has a legal obligation to tell the truth in court.

3

I'd love to hang out, but I have a prior obligation.

I'd love to hang out, but I have a prior obligation.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
obligation
Verb
oblige
Advérbio
obligatorily
Adjetivo
obligatory
Relacionado
obligor
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Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'Obligation' as being 'Ob-Locked-In'—you are locked into a promise or a rule.

Quiz rápido

The company has a legal ___ to ensure the safety of its workers.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: obligation

Exemplos

1

I have a family obligation to attend my sister's wedding.

everyday

I have a family obligation to attend my sister's wedding.

2

The witness has a legal obligation to tell the truth in court.

formal

The witness has a legal obligation to tell the truth in court.

3

I'd love to hang out, but I have a prior obligation.

informal

I'd love to hang out, but I have a prior obligation.

4

Researchers have an ethical obligation to report their findings honestly.

academic

Researchers have an ethical obligation to report their findings honestly.

5

The firm must fulfill its financial obligation to the bank by Friday.

business

The firm must fulfill its financial obligation to the bank by Friday.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
obligation
Verb
oblige
Advérbio
obligatorily
Adjetivo
obligatory
Relacionado
obligor

Colocações comuns

legal obligation a requirement by law
moral obligation a duty based on what is right
meet an obligation to do what is required
under an obligation forced to do something
contractual obligation a duty listed in a signed agreement

Frases Comuns

sense of obligation

a feeling that you must do something

without obligation

not forced to do or buy anything

fulfill an obligation

to complete a duty

Frequentemente confundido com

obligation vs duty

Duty is often a moral or general task, whereas obligation usually implies a specific legal or social tie.

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Notas de uso

Obligation is more formal than saying 'something I have to do.' It is frequently used in legal and business contexts to describe binding agreements.

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Erros comuns

Learners often say 'obligation for' when they should use 'obligation to' (e.g., 'an obligation to help' rather than 'an obligation for help').

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Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'Obligation' as being 'Ob-Locked-In'—you are locked into a promise or a rule.

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Origem da palavra

From the Latin 'obligatio', which means a binding or a tie.

Padrões gramaticais

countable noun followed by 'to' + infinitive followed by 'to' + noun
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Contexto cultural

In many cultures, failing to meet a financial obligation can negatively impact your social standing or credit score.

Quiz rápido

The company has a legal ___ to ensure the safety of its workers.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: obligation

Frases relacionadas

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justice

A1

Justice is the quality of being fair and reasonable in how people are treated. It also refers to the legal system and the way laws are used to punish people who do wrong.

verdict

A1

A verdict is the official decision made by a jury or judge in a court of law about whether someone is guilty or not guilty. It is also used to describe a person's final opinion or judgment about something after testing or considering it.

trial

A1

A formal process in a court of law to decide if someone is guilty of a crime. It involves a judge, and sometimes a jury, who listen to evidence and witnesses.

hearing

A1

In a legal context, a hearing is a formal meeting where a judge or official listens to facts and arguments about a specific issue. It is typically shorter and less formal than a full trial but follows strict legal rules.

litigation

A1

Litigation is the process of using a court of law to solve a legal disagreement. It involves a judge or jury making a final decision about a dispute between people or companies.

testimony

A1

A formal statement given by a witness in a court of law or a public meeting. It is also used to describe something that serves as clear proof that a fact is true.

witness

A1

A witness is a person who sees an event, such as a crime or an accident, take place. In a legal context, this person provides information or evidence in a court about what they observed.

crime

A1

A crime is an action that is against the law and is punishable by the government. It refers to illegal activities like stealing or hurting someone.

criminal

A1

A person who has committed a crime or done something illegal. This word describes someone who breaks the law and may be punished by the police or a court.

felony

A1

A felony is a very serious crime, such as murder or armed robbery. In legal systems, it is a crime that is punished more severely than a minor offense, often resulting in more than one year in prison.

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