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Finance

Study and management of money and investments.

Financial Services

The study and management of money, investments, and other financial assets. It encompasses activities like banking, investing, budgeting, credit, and debt management.

Pronunciation

/faɪˈnɑːns/

Etymology

From Old French finance, from Latin finantia (abundance), from finis (end; purpose).

Explain Like I’m 5

Finance is like managing your money – earning it, saving it, and deciding how to use it wisely.

Fun Facts

The word 'finance' comes from the French word 'financer,' meaning 'to end
' Early finance involved managing royal treasuries
Financial literacy is crucial for personal well-being

FAQ

What is finance? It's the study of money and investments
Who uses finance? Governments, businesses, and individuals
What are some areas of finance? Investing, budgeting, and banking

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

financial matters economics

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

economics business

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

banking investing accounting

Meronyms — Parts or Components

assets capital investments

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

business economy

Indexes

economic social science system

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