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tenancy

Spanish: posesión; tenencia (leg.), inquilinato

Description

Tenancy refers to the legal possession of property, typically in the context of renting or leasing. It encompasses the rights and obligations of both the tenant and the landlord within a rental agreement.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'tenancy' can be confused with similar terms like 'tenencia', which may refer to possession more generally. It's important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial alternatives that may arise in casual conversation. Stick to the glossary term in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The tenancy agreement must be signed by both the landlord and the tenant.

ES: El contrato de posesión debe ser firmado por el arrendador y el inquilino.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'tenancy' with 'tenencia' in a general sense; mixing up legal terms related to property rights; mispronouncing 'tenencia' as 'tenensia'

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Term Last Updated: Jan 05, 2026 at 5:02 AM