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acquistare a rate
/ak.kwiˈsta.re a ˈra.te/
buy on installment
Ho acquistato la televisione a rate perché non potevo pagarla tutta in una volta.
I bought the TV on installment because I couldn't pay for it all at once.
Finance
formal
To purchase an item by paying in several fixed amounts over a period of time, typically including interest.
Molti negozi offrono la possibilità di acquistare a rate senza interessi.
Many stores offer the option to buy on installment without interest.
Ha acquistato l'auto a rate per cinque anni.
He bought the car on installment for five years.
Common in retail and consumer finance. Often involves a contract specifying payment terms.
Collocations
acquisto a rateinstallment purchasepagare a rateto pay in installmentsvendita a rateinstallment sale
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Pro Tip
Common Mistake
Do not confuse 'acquistare a rate' with 'acquistare a credito'. The latter implies borrowing money (e.g., credit card), while the former specifically refers to paying in fixed installments for a purchased item.
Gold Rule
Contract Awareness
Always read the terms of the installment agreement, including interest rates, late fees, and total cost compared to cash price.
Word Origin
From 'acquistare' (to buy) + 'a' (at) + 'rate' (installments, from Latin 'rata pars' meaning 'fixed portion'). The phrase reflects the division of payment into fixed portions over time.
Usage Notes
Common in consumer transactions for high-value items like electronics, furniture, or vehicles. Often requires a formal agreement with the seller or a financial institution.
Word Breakdown
acquistare
to buy
verba
at/in
prepositionrate
installments (from Latin 'rata')
nounDizionario Italiano-Inglese