hidden costs
[ˈhɪdən ˈkɔsts]
nounpl: hidden costs
custos ocultos
1. Expenses that are not immediately apparent or disclosed in the initial price of a product or service, but become evident later in the transaction or use
The advertised price seemed cheap, but there were hidden costs like shipping and installation fees.
O preço anunciado parecia barato, mas havia custos ocultos como taxas de envio e instalação.
2. Additional expenses that are deliberately concealed or unintentionally overlooked when calculating the total price of something
Before signing the contract, make sure you understand all hidden costs involved in the mortgage.
Antes de assinar o contrato, certifique-se de que você entende todos os custos ocultos envolvidos na hipoteca.
3. Indirect or secondary expenses that arise from a business decision or purchase that were not part of the original estimate
The project's hidden costs exceeded the initial budget by 30 percent.
Os custos ocultos do projeto excederam o orçamento inicial em 30 por cento.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'hidden costs' is a critical consumer concern. Brazilian consumers have become increasingly aware of hidden costs in retail and financial services. The term is frequently used in real estate transactions, banking, and e-commerce in both countries. In the USA, this is a major consumer protection issue, while in Brazil, consumer awareness has grown significantly due to stronger regulations from PROCON (consumer protection agency).
NYC Slang
sneaky charges / surprise fees
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