Por año
Example: Gano cinco mil euros por año trabajando aquí.
Definition
"Por año" is a Spanish adverbial phrase used to express the frequency or rate at which something occurs within the span of one year. For example, it indicates an annual amount or quantity, as in earning a certain sum "por año".
Etymology
The phrase "por año" combines the preposition "por," meaning 'by' or 'per,' with "año," meaning 'year.' This construction follows a common pattern in Spanish to indicate rates or measures, similar to English 'per year.' Did you know that "año" comes from Latin "annus," meaning 'year,' linking the phrase to ancient roots!
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"Por año" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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