continuous expense

[kən-ˈtin-yə-wəs ik-ˈspens]
nounpl: continuous expenses
despesa contínua
1. An ongoing cost or expenditure that occurs regularly or constantly over a period of time, without interruption
Rent is a continuous expense that must be paid every month.
Aluguel é uma despesa contínua que deve ser paga todo mês.
2. A recurring financial obligation that remains constant or relatively stable
Utility bills represent a continuous expense for any household.
Contas de serviços públicos representam uma despesa contínua para qualquer residência.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, understanding continuous expenses is crucial for personal budgeting and corporate financial planning. The concept is fundamental to accounting practices and is often contrasted with one-time or capital expenses in financial discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
recurring expenseongoing expenseregular expensefixed expensestanding expense
Antonyms / Antônimos
one-time expenseoccasional expensesporadic expensevariable expense

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
despesa contínua
Most common and widely understood term
São Paulo
despesa recorrente
Often used in business and accounting contexts
Rio de Janeiro
gasto contínuo
More informal alternative
Portugal
despesa contínua
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; may also use 'despesa permanente'

Related Words

fixed costoperating expenseoverheadbudgetexpendituredisbursement

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep expenses down
cut back on expenses
meet continuous expenses
cover continuous expenses
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