expense sharing
[ɪkˈspɛns ˈʃɛərɪŋ]
noun
divisão de despesas
1. The practice of splitting costs or expenses between two or more people or parties
Expense sharing among roommates helps reduce individual financial burden.
A divisão de despesas entre colegas de quarto ajuda a reduzir o ônus financeiro individual.
2. An arrangement where multiple parties contribute proportionally to shared costs
The expense sharing agreement was clearly outlined in the contract.
O acordo de divisão de despesas foi claramente descrito no contrato.
3. Digital or financial mechanism for tracking and dividing shared costs among group members
We use an expense sharing app to track who owes what for the trip.
Usamos um aplicativo de divisão de despesas para rastrear quem deve o quê para a viagem.
Expense sharing is deeply embedded in both Brazilian and American culture, particularly among young professionals, students, and groups sharing accommodations. In Brazil, informal expense sharing is common among groups of friends (known as 'racha'), while in the US, the concept of 'going Dutch' reflects egalitarian values. Modern fintech solutions like Splitwise and Venmo have popularized digital expense sharing globally, making transparent financial arrangements among groups more accessible and socially normalized.
NYC Slang
splitting the check / going Dutch
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