gas rates

[/ɡæs reɪts/]
nounpl: gas rates
tarifas de gás
1. The price or cost charged by utility companies for natural gas consumption, typically measured per unit volume (cubic meter or cubic foot)
The gas rates increased by 15% this winter due to higher demand.
As tarifas de gás aumentaram 15% neste inverno devido à maior demanda.
2. The schedule of charges for gaseous fuel services provided to residential, commercial, or industrial consumers
You can find the current gas rates on your utility company's website.
Você pode encontrar as tarifas de gás atuais no site da sua companhia de energia.
Gas rates are a significant household expense in both Brazil and the USA, subject to seasonal fluctuations and government regulation. In Brazil, natural gas distribution is managed by state-controlled companies like Comgás in São Paulo and CEG in Rio de Janeiro. Rate discussions are common during winter months in colder regions and are often cited in debates about cost of living and inflation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
gas pricesnatural gas ratesgas tariffsgas charges

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tarifas de gás
Standard term used throughout Brazil for natural gas pricing
São Paulo
tarifas de gás / preço do gás
Both terms are commonly used; 'preço do gás' is more colloquial
Rio de Janeiro
tarifas de gás / taxa de gás
Regional variation using 'taxa' instead of 'tarifa'
Portugal
tarifas de gás / preços do gás
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese with slight variations in terminology

Related Words

utility billsenergy costsconsumption chargesmeter readingrate increasefixed charges

Related Idioms & Phrases

gas rates are through the roof
competitive gas rates
fixed gas rates
tiered gas rates
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