French word

rentable

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁɑ̃tabl/

Meaning

  • adjectiveprofitable

Example

Cette entreprise devient rentable cette année.

This company is becoming profitable this year.

Illustration for rentable (profitable)

More examples

Nous cherchons des investissements rentables.

We are looking for profitable investments.

Core concept

An investment whose returns cover its costs and leave a surplus.

Common phrases

  • être rentable

    be profitable

  • rendre rentable

    make profitable

  • investissement rentable

    profitable investment

Similar words

profitable: Generating more income than expenses, resulting in profit.
avantageux: Offering favorable terms or good financial value.
lucratif: Expected to produce substantial profit or income.

Definition in French

Qui permet de dégager un gain net ou d'éviter une perte par rapport à l'investissement engagé.

Word origin

French rentable is formed from rente, meaning income from invested capital, with the suffix -able, expressing capability.

Usage tips

  • French rentable means profitable, not available for rent; à louer expresses the latter meaning.

Opposites

  • déficitaireunprofitableadjective

Related words

  • rentabilitéprofitabilitynoun
  • rentabilisationmaking profitablenoun

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