Example: Paguei o carro à vista para conseguir desconto melhor.
Definition
"A vista" refers to a payment method where the full amount is paid immediately and in cash, without installments or credit. For example, paying for a car "a vista" means settling the entire price upfront to possibly receive a better discount.
Translations
cash
al contado
contant
al comptat
comptant
bar
in contanti
Etymology
The expression "a vista" in Portuguese literally means "at sight" or "in view." It originally comes from financial terminology where payment 'at sight' signifies immediate payment upon presentation. Over time, it became commonly used to indicate paying the full amount right away, especially in sales contexts.
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