Het budget
Example: We moeten het budget voor het project opnieuw evalueren.
Definition
"Het budget" refers to the total amount of money allocated or planned to be spent on a particular project or purpose. It involves careful planning and control to ensure that expenses do not exceed the available financial resources.
Etymology
The Dutch term "het budget" comes from the French word 'budget,' which originally meant a small bag or purse used to carry money. Over time, it evolved to mean a financial plan or estimate of income and expenses. Did you know? The word 'budget' entered English in the 18th century, reflecting its use in government finance.
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"Het budget" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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