L'impôt
Example: L'impôt sur le revenu finance les services publics essentiels.
Definition
"L'impôt" refers to a financial charge or tax imposed by a government on individuals or entities, used to fund public services and infrastructure. It is a compulsory contribution that supports essential functions such as healthcare, education, and security.
Etymology
The word "l'impôt" comes from the Latin term 'impositum,' meaning 'imposed thing.' It entered French through Old French, reflecting the concept of an imposed levy or tax by authorities. Did you know? The word highlights the idea of something placed upon citizens, emphasizing its compulsory nature.
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"L'impôt" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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