remboursement

reimbursement

noun rahm-boor-suh-MAHN Rare

Also means

repayment

Usage Note

Remboursement is the standard word for getting money back, used in both commercial and medical contexts. The verb rembourser means 'to reimburse' or 'to refund'. In France, the Sécurité sociale handles remboursement of medical expenses, making the term very familiar to everyday life.

Examples

"J'attends le remboursement de mes frais."

Natural Translation

I'm waiting for the reimbursement of my expenses.

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