quid pro quo

• Expressão latina que significa 'algo em troca de algo', usada para descrever uma troca de bens, serviços ou favores, em que uma coisa é dada em retribuição a outra. No português brasileiro, é frequentemente usada em contextos políticos ou jurídicos para indicar troca de favores.

A Latin phrase meaning 'something for something,' used to describe an exchange of goods, services, favors, or concessions where one thing is given in return for another.

1. Something for somethingB2formal

   A favor or advantage given in return for something else; a reciprocal exchange.

   Uma mão lava a outra

   • The deal was a simple quid pro quo: they provided funding, and we delivered the research.
   • In politics, quid pro quo arrangements are often scrutinized for legality.
   • She helped him with his resume, and as a quid pro quo, he reviewed her business plan.

2. Legal or business exchangeC1formal

   An exchange of goods, services, or favors that is often considered a fair trade.

   Troca de favores

   • The contract was based on a clear quid pro quo between the two companies.
   • Quid pro quo harassment involves demanding sexual favors in exchange for job benefits.
   • The agreement was a straightforward quid pro quo: access to data in exchange for technical support.