Adjective / Noun
/ tɾiβiˈtaɾio /
The term "tributario" in Spanish primarily refers to something related to taxes or taxation. It is commonly used in legal and economic contexts to describe matters pertaining to taxation, such as tax laws, tax authorities, and anything that is subject to tax.
In general usage, it may also refer to a river or stream that flows into a larger body of water (in the noun sense), but in economic and legal contexts, it predominantly relates to taxation.
Frequency of Use: The term is used frequently in written contexts, especially in legal documents, economic reports, and academic texts, but it also appears in oral discussions, particularly among legal and financial professionals.
The tax system is fundamental for the financing of the state.
La evasión tributaria es un problema que afecta a muchos países.
Tax evasion is a problem that affects many countries.
Los contribuyentes deben conocer sus derechos tributarios.
Though "tributario" is not frequently part of traditional idiomatic expressions, it does play a critical role in phrases related to tax and economic policies.
Companies must learn to bear the tax burden without affecting their profits.
Ajustar el sistema tributario.
It is necessary to adjust the tax system to make it fairer.
Responsabilidad tributaria.
The word "tributario" derives from the Latin word tributarius, which comes from tributum, meaning "a payment" or "a tax." This reflects the historical emphasis on tax collection and the associated responsibilities.
Synonyms: - Fiscal - Impositivo (related to taxes) - Contributivo (contributory)
Antonyms: - Exento (exempt) - Liberado (released, exempted)
The use of "tributario" covers various contexts in law and economics, predominantly regarding taxation while also carrying geographical connotations when discussing rivers and streams in specific contexts.