O juro



Example: O juro anual do empréstimo é calculado com base na inflação.

Definition


"O juro" refers to the amount of money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt. It is commonly used in finance to indicate the cost of borrowing or the return on investment.

Etymology


The term "o juro" originates from the Latin word 'iūre', meaning 'by law' or 'right'. Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to signify the legally established compensation for lending money, reflecting the formal agreement and obligation involved in financial transactions.

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