rentabilidad
“rentabilidad” means “profitability” in Spanish (business or investment).
profitability
Also: cost-effectiveness, yield
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Queremos mejorar la rentabilidad de nuestra pequeña tienda.
A2We want to improve the profitability of our small shop.
El experto analizó la rentabilidad del nuevo proyecto antes de empezar.
B1The expert analyzed the cost-effectiveness of the new project before starting.
La rentabilidad de las acciones ha caído este trimestre.
C1The yield of the stocks has fallen this quarter.
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Quick Quiz: rentabilidad
Question 1 of 3
Which of these refers to 'la rentabilidad'?
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From the word 'rentable' (profitable) combined with the ending '-idad' (which denotes a quality). It ultimately traces back to the Latin 'reddere', meaning 'to give back' or 'to return'.
First recorded: 19th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'rentabilidad' only used for money?
Mostly yes, but it can be used figuratively to talk about if something was 'worth the effort' (rentabilidad social/personal).
How do I say a business is 'profitable'?
You use the related adjective: 'El negocio es rentable'.
What is the difference between 'beneficio' and 'rentabilidad'?
'Beneficio' is the actual dollar amount of profit. 'Rentabilidad' is the percentage or ratio showing how efficient that profit is.