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Business
Amortization
ah-mor-tih-ZAY-shun
/əˌmɔːrtɪˈzeɪʃən/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Amortization
Dictionary meaning
The process of spreading loan repayment or asset cost over a set period.
Examples
- The amortization schedule shows monthly principal and interest breakdown.
Common mispronunciations
AM-or-tih-ZAY-shun
Pronunciation tips
Five syllables. Stress on fourth syllable. From Latin 'mors' (death) — 'killing' the debt.
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