jurídicojurídica

jurídicojurídica is a compound adjective used primarily in Portuguese‑speaking regions to refer collectively to matters, entities, or professions that pertain to the law and legal system. The term combines the masculine form “jurídico” and the feminine form “jurídica,” allowing it to modify nouns of either gender without altering the word itself. In practice, it functions as a gender‑neutral descriptor, especially in formal or bureaucratic language where a single term is preferred for brevity.

The expression is most common in governmental, academic, and corporate contexts, where it designates departments, policies, or services related to legal affairs. Examples include “área jurídicojurídica” (legal area) or “consultoria jurídicojurídica” (legal consultancy). Its usage reflects a broader trend in Portuguese toward inclusive language, aiming to avoid gender bias in professional titles and institutional designations.

While not a standard entry in major dictionaries, jurídicojurídica has gained traction through legal publications, university curricula, and official documents. Critics argue that the fusion may cause confusion for readers unfamiliar with the convention, whereas proponents view it as a pragmatic solution to linguistic gender challenges. The term remains a niche yet growing element of contemporary Portuguese legal lexicon.