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remise
/ʁə.miz/
discount
Cette boutique offre une remise de 20% sur tous les articles.
This store offers a 20% discount on all items.
formalinformal
A reduction in price, often as a discount or rebate.
La remise est valable jusqu'à la fin du mois.
The discount is valid until the end of the month.
Common in retail and commercial contexts.
LawBusiness
formal
The act of returning something, such as a product or document.
La remise du colis doit être signée par le destinataire.
The return of the package must be signed by the recipient.
Often used in legal or administrative contexts.
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Pro Tip
Context Matters
In French, 'remise' can mean either a discount or the act of returning something. Pay attention to the context to avoid confusion.
Word Origin
From Old French 'remise,' meaning 'return' or 'delivery,' derived from the verb 'remettre' (to put back).
Usage Notes
In French, 'remise' can refer to both a price reduction and the act of returning something. Context is key to distinguishing between these meanings.
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