A despesa
Example: A despesa mensal com alimentação aumentou este mês.
Definition
"A despesa" refers to the expense or cost incurred for goods or services, often related to monthly or regular spending. It represents the amount of money spent, such as in the example phrase: "A despesa mensal com alimentação aumentou este mês" meaning the monthly expense on food increased this month.
Etymology
The Portuguese word "a despesa" originates from the Latin word 'expensa,' which means 'expense' or 'expenditure.' Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to refer broadly to costs or expenses. Did you know? The root 'pendere' in Latin means 'to weigh,' hinting at the idea of weighing costs or outlays.
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