Le compte d'épargne
Example: Elle a ouvert un compte d'épargne pour économiser chaque mois.
Definition
"Le compte d'épargne" is a type of bank account designed for saving money over time, typically offering interest on the balance. It allows individuals to deposit funds securely and withdraw them when needed, promoting regular saving habits.
Etymology
The term "le compte d'épargne" originates from French, where "compte" means account and "épargne" means savings. Together, they literally translate to 'savings account,' reflecting the account's purpose of holding saved money separately from spending funds.
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"Le compte d'épargne" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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