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taxes

[/ˈtæksɪz/]
nounpl: taxes
impostos
1. Compulsory financial charges imposed by the government on individuals and businesses
The government increased taxes on income this year.
O governo aumentou os impostos sobre a renda este ano.
2. A strain or burden placed on something or someone
The long journey taxes your patience.
A longa jornada sobrecarrega sua paciência.
Synonyms
leviesdutiestariffsfeescontributions
Antonyms
subsidiesrebatesrefunds

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
impostos
Most common term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
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Standard usage in business and official contexts
Rio de Janeiro
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Standard usage, sometimes informally 'taxas'
Portugal
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Standard term; 'taxas' may refer to fees or rates

Related Idioms & Phrases

tax evasion
tax return
tax bracket
death and taxes
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