Montant (en. Rising)

/mɔ̃.tɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Sum of money or value of a thing.
The amount of the bill was surprising.
Le montant de la facture était surprenant.
Elevation or part that rises.
The height of the hill offered a beautiful view.
Le montant de la colline offrait une belle vue.
Quantity or value of something.
He invested a significant amount in this project.
Il a investi un montant conséquent dans ce projet.

Etymology

From the verb 'monter' which means to rise or go up.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Amount due
Sum that remains to be paid.
montant dû
Maximum amount
Upper limit of an amount.
montant maximal
Amount in account
Sum of money present in an account.
montant en compte

Related Words

To rise
To raise or make something grow.
monter
Rising
Action of rising or result of elevation.
montée
Amount of money
Specified sum of money.
montant d'argent

Slang Meanings

Large sum of money or high cost.
It's going to cost a crazy amount!
Ça va coûter un montant de fou !
Significant quantity or price.
The amount you're paying for that is insane.
Le montant que tu paies pour ça est dingue.