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principal sum

/ˈprɪnsəpəl sʌm/

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/ˈprɪnsəpəl sʌm/C1formalbusiness
  • ruПервоначальная сумма денег, взятая взаймы или инвестированная, исключая любые проценты, комиссии или дополнительный доход. Это базовая сумма, на основе которой рассчитываются проценты.

The original amount of money borrowed or invested, excluding any interest, fees, or additional earnings. It is the base amount upon which interest is calculated.

  1. Original loan amountB2formal

    The original amount of money borrowed or invested, excluding any interest or earnings.

    ruОсновная сумма

    • The principal sum of the loan was $50,000.
    • Interest is calculated on the principal sum only.
    • She repaid the principal sum before the due date.
  2. Base amount in a trustC1formal

    The initial capital or property placed into a trust, as distinct from the income it generates.

    ruОсновная сумма

    • The trust's principal sum is protected from creditors.
    • The beneficiaries receive income from the principal sum.
    • The principal sum of the estate was divided among the heirs.