French word

devis

Pronunciation

IPA/dəvi/

Meaning

  • masculine nounquote

Example

Il vaut mieux demander un devis avant de commencer les travaux.

It is better to ask for a quote before starting the work.

Illustration for devis (quote)

More examples

Le devis indique le coût estimé des travaux.

The quote indicates the estimated cost of the work.

Core concept

A priced outline of proposed work, showing what will be done and the charge.

Common phrases

  • demander un devis

    request a quote

  • un devis détaillé

    a detailed quote

  • un devis gratuit

    a free quote

Similar words

estimation: A rough calculation of the cost of a job or task.
facture: A document requesting payment for supplied goods or services.
prix: The stated amount charged for a particular product or service.
contrat: A formal written agreement defining the work or service terms.

Definition in French

Un devis est une proposition chiffrée émise par un professionnel qui précise ce qui sera fait et à quel prix.

Word origin

French developed devis from Old French devis, a plan or detailed description, before it acquired its modern commercial sense.

Usage tips

  • Demander un devis is the usual phrase for requesting one, while faire un devis means preparing one.

Other meanings

  • estimatenoun

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