flat-rate model

[/flæt reɪt ˈmɒdəl/]
nounpl: flat-rate models
modelo de taxa fixa
1. A pricing or business structure where customers pay a fixed, unchanging price regardless of usage, consumption, or service variation
Netflix uses a flat-rate model where subscribers pay the same monthly fee for unlimited streaming.
Netflix usa um modelo de taxa fixa onde os assinantes pagam a mesma taxa mensal para streaming ilimitado.
2. A business approach where the cost remains constant irrespective of quantity, duration, or intensity of service provided
The gym offers a flat-rate model membership at $50 per month, with no additional charges for classes.
A academia oferece uma assinatura com modelo de taxa fixa por R$50 por mês, sem cobranças adicionais por aulas.
The flat-rate model has become increasingly popular in Brazil and Portugal with the growth of streaming services, SaaS platforms, and subscription-based businesses. It appeals to consumers who prefer predictable costs. In Portuguese-speaking markets, while the term 'modelo de taxa fixa' is the formal translation, many tech companies and startups in Brazil use the English term 'flat model' or 'flat pricing' directly in marketing materials, reflecting the international influence of technology and business terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fixed-rate modelfixed-price modelsubscription modelall-inclusive pricing
Antonyms / Antônimos
pay-per-use modelvariable pricingusage-based pricingtiered pricing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
modelo de taxa fixa
Standard term used in business and technology contexts
Rio de Janeiro
modelo de preço fixo
Alternative phrasing more common in commercial discussions
São Paulo
modelo de taxa fixa/modelo flat
Business hubs often use both the translated term and the English loanword 'flat'
Portugal
modelo de taxa fixa
Standard European Portuguese equivalent; same as Brazilian usage

Related Words

pricing strategysubscription servicerevenue modelcost structurebilling modelSaaS model

Related Idioms & Phrases

all you can use for a flat rate
pay one price, unlimited access
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