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interest rate

/ˈɪntrəst reɪt/

Tradução: Percentual cobrado sobre uma quantia de dinheiro pelo seu uso, geralmente expresso como taxa anual sobre o valor principal, usado em bancos, empréstimos e investimentos.

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/ˈɪntrəst reɪt/B1formalbusiness
  • ptPercentual cobrado sobre uma quantia de dinheiro pelo seu uso, geralmente expresso como taxa anual sobre o valor principal, usado em bancos, empréstimos e investimentos.

The percentage of a sum of money charged for its use, typically expressed as an annual percentage of the principal, used in banking, loans, and investments.

  1. Cost of borrowing moneyB2formal

    The percentage of a loan or deposit charged or paid for the use of money over a period of time.

    ptCusto de tomar dinheiro emprestado

    • The bank raised its interest rate on mortgages.
    • A high interest rate makes borrowing more expensive.
    • She compared interest rates before choosing a savings account.
  2. Return on investmentB2formal

    The percentage return earned on an investment or savings account.

    ptTaxa de juros

    • The interest rate on his savings account is 2% per year.
    • Investors look for high interest rates on bonds.
    • The central bank lowered the interest rate to stimulate the economy.