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Vertragslaufzeit

contract duration, contract term

noun fer-TRAKS-lowf-tsayt Rare
Communication Technology

Usage Note

Vertragslaufzeit is the duration of a service contract, commonly 12 or 24 months for mobile or internet plans. Die Vertragslaufzeit beträgt zwei Jahre (the contract term is two years) is typical fine print in German telecommunications.

Examples

"Nach Ablauf der Vertragslaufzeit kann man kündigen."

Natural Translation

Once the contract term expires, you can cancel.

Literal Translation

After expiry of the contract duration can one cancel.

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