Le bénéfice
Example: Le bénéfice de cette entreprise a augmenté cette année.
Definition
"Le bénéfice" refers to the financial gain or profit made by a business or individual after all expenses have been deducted. It represents the positive difference between revenues and costs, often indicating the success or profitability of an enterprise.
Etymology
The word "le bénéfice" originates from the Latin term 'beneficium,' meaning 'kindness' or 'favor,' which evolved in Old French to signify a benefit or advantage. Over time, it came to specifically denote financial profit or gain in business contexts. Did you know? The root 'bene-' means 'good,' highlighting the positive nature of a benefit.
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"Le bénéfice" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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