La facture
Example: J'ai reçu la facture du restaurant hier soir.
Definition
"La facture" refers to the bill or invoice received after purchasing goods or services, such as in a restaurant or shop, detailing the amount owed for the items or services provided.
Etymology
The word "la facture" comes from the Latin 'factura,' meaning 'a making or doing.' It entered French to denote a written statement of goods or services rendered, evolving into the modern sense of an invoice or bill. Did you know it shares roots with the English word 'facture,' which relates to craftsmanship or structure?
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"La facture" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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