Le solde
Example: Le solde des vêtements est très intéressant cette semaine.
Definition
"Le solde" refers to the sale or discount on goods, especially in retail, where products are sold at reduced prices. It is commonly used in the context of clothing or other merchandise being offered at lower prices to clear stock.
Etymology
The term "le solde" originates from the Latin word 'solidus,' initially referring to a Roman coin. Over time, it evolved in French to mean a balance or settlement of accounts, and later came to signify sales or discounts when merchants settled their inventory by selling goods at reduced prices.
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"Le solde" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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