depreciation
/dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #5675 in the learning path
折旧；价值下降
Definitions
n. A reduction in an asset's value over time.
折旧；价值下降
n. A fall in a currency's value relative to other currencies.
货币贬值
Example
Depreciation means our car is worth less each year.
折旧意味着我们的汽车每年都在贬值。
Rapid currency depreciation can increase import costs, placing additional pressure on businesses that depend on foreign supplies.
货币快速贬值可能推高进口成本，给依赖国外供应的企业带来额外压力。
Collocations
- annual depreciation
- currency depreciation
- depreciation rate
- allow for depreciation
Word family
- depreciate (v.)
- depreciable (adj.)
Antonyms
- appreciation
Usage tip
资产折旧、货币贬值均可用；反义词为appreciation。
FAQ
- What does depreciation mean?
- A reduction in an asset's value over time. A fall in a currency's value relative to other currencies.
- How is depreciation pronounced?
- UK /dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/, US /dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
