der Etat, -s
budget
Ein geplanter Überblick über Einnahmen und Ausgaben, meist von einer Regierung oder einer Organisation, für eine bestimmte Zeit.
The German word "Etat" is a noun that means "budget" or "funds". It originates from the French word "état," which means "state" but is used in this context to refer to a financial plan or budget.
Similar words in German include "Haushalt" (budget), "Budget" (budget), and "Finanzplan" (financial plan).
Differences:
- "Etat" is often used in formal, governmental, or organizational contexts.
- "Haushalt" is commonly used in both governmental (public household/public budget) and domestic settings (household budget).
- "Budget" is more generic and frequently used in business and personal finance contexts.
- "Finanzplan" emphasizes the planning aspect of financial resources and can refer to longer-term financial planning beyond just a budget for a particular period.
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Examples
Der Etat des Unternehmens ist ausgeglichen.noun
The budget of the company is balanced.
Ein ausgewogener Etat ist für erfolgreiche Projekte wichtig.noun
A balanced budget is important for successful projects.
Die Regierung plant eine Erhöhung des Etats.noun
The government is planning an increase of the budget.
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