finance — the management of large amounts of money, especially by governments or large companies
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the management of large amounts of money, especially by governments or large companies
Pronunciation (IPA): /fəˈnæns/
Example Sentences
- My dad thinks he's a finance expert, but he can't even balance his own checkbook!
- The company needs to find new ways to finance its expansion plans.
- I majored in finance but still ask my mom for money every month.
finance
NOUN[/fəˈnæns/]
the management of large amounts of money, especially by governments or large companies
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from 14th-century French 'finance', originating from the verb 'finer' meaning 'to end' or 'to complete'. Over time, the meaning evolved to denote 'to pay a sum' or 'to settle a debt', eventually broadening to encompass all monetary and financial matters.
Breakdown
fin- (end, from Latin finis) + -ance (noun-forming suffix, from Old French -ance). The suffix transforms the verb into an abstract noun denoting the action or result of finishing or settling accounts.
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📝Examples
“My dad thinks he's a finance expert, but he can't even balance his own checkbook!”
“The company needs to find new ways to finance its expansion plans.”
“I majored in finance but still ask my mom for money every month.”
“Understanding finance is crucial for making smart investment decisions.”
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