Importe (en. Amount)

/imˈporte/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Amount that must be paid or that represents the value of something.
The total amount of the invoice is 150 euros.
El importe total de la factura es de 150 euros.
Value or meaning of something in a specific context.
The emotional amount of that experience is invaluable.
El importe emocional de esa experiencia es inestimable.

Etymology

From Latin 'importare', which means 'to bring' or 'to introduce'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gross amount
Total amount before deductions.
importe bruto
net amount
Amount after deductions.
importe neto
minimum amount
Minimum amount required for a transaction.
importe mínimo

Related Words

to import
To have importance or relevance.
importar
importation
Action of bringing goods from another country.
importación

Slang Meanings

In some regions, it refers to money in general.
I don't have money to go out tonight.
No tengo importe para salir esta noche.
Used to refer to a large amount of money.
That car must cost an amount that I can't afford.
Ese coche debe costar un importe que no puedo pagar.