La facture
Example: La facture d'électricité arrive toujours en fin de mois.
Definition
"La facture" refers to a bill or invoice that details the amount of money owed for goods or services provided. It is commonly used in financial contexts, such as when receiving a utility bill like electricity or water, indicating the payment due.
Etymology
The word "la facture" comes from the French verb 'facturer,' which means to invoice or charge. It traces back to the Latin 'factura,' meaning a making or doing, highlighting its connection to the creation of a document listing charges. Did you know that 'facture' also relates to craftsmanship, emphasizing the 'making' aspect?
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"La facture" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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