Le but



Example: Le but principal de cet investissement est de générer des profits.

Definition


"Le but" in finance refers to the primary objective or goal of an investment or financial decision, typically aimed at generating profits or achieving a specific economic outcome. It represents the intended purpose behind financial activities.

Etymology


The French term "le but" originates from Old French, where it meant 'mark' or 'target,' derived from the verb 'buter,' meaning 'to push or strike against.' In finance, it evolved metaphorically to represent the target or main goal of an investment.

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"Le but" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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