Spanish Conversation · Level 78
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Spanish word
coste
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkoste/
Meaning
- masculine nouncost
Example
¿Cuál es el coste del envío?
What is the cost of shipping?
More examples
Tenemos que reducir el coste de producción para poder competir.
We must reduce the production cost to be able to compete.
Core concept
Expense required to cover resources employed in a project or product.
Common phrases
coste de producción
production cost
coste de matrícula
tuition fee
Similar words
costo: Total expense of producing a good or delivering a service, including materials and overhead.
gasto: Money actually paid out for purchases, bills, or operational expenses.
precio: Amount charged to buyers when an item or service is sold.
tarifa: Fixed rate charged for a service, fare, or specific use.
Definition in Spanish
Gasto o desembolso requerido para cubrir los recursos empleados en una actividad, proyecto o producto.
Word origin
The word comes from Latin constāre (con- 'with' + stāre 'to stand'), and the root sense of 'standing' evolves through Romance *costo/*coste into the sense of monetary expense.
Usage tips
- When referring to a selling price Spanish uses precio rather than coste, which denotes production or operating expense.