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asset

[/ˈæset/]
nounpl: assets
ativo
1. A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality
Her creativity is a major asset to the company.
Sua criatividade é um ativo importante para a empresa.
2. Property or items of value owned by a person or organization
The company's assets include real estate and equipment.
Os ativos da empresa incluem imóveis e equipamentos.
3. In finance/accounting: resources with economic value
Cash and investments are liquid assets.
Dinheiro e investimentos são ativos líquidos.
4. A valuable or advantageous quality or attribute
Good communication skills are an asset in any job.
Boas habilidades de comunicação são um ativo em qualquer emprego.
NYC Slang
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Synonyms
advantagestrengthresourcepropertypossessionbenefit
Antonyms
liabilitydisadvantageweakness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ativo
Standard term used in business and accounting contexts
Brazil
bem
Informal usage for tangible assets or possessions
Portugal
ativo
Standard term, consistent with Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
patrimônio
Used when referring to overall assets or wealth

Related Idioms & Phrases

to be an asset to someone/something
current assets
fixed assets
hidden assets
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